madeira

incontável · nome próprio

A proper noun referring to a Brazilian river (a tributary of the Amazon), an island in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa (the largest of the Madeira archipelago), and an amber dessert wine produced on that island.

• 🇵🇹Nome próprio que designa um rio brasileiro afluente do Amazonas, uma ilha no Oceano Atlântico ao largo da costa africana (a maior do arquipélago da Madeira) e um vinho licoroso âmbar produzido nessa ilha.

1. River in South America B2 formal

   A major river in Brazil, which is a tributary of the Amazon River.

   • The Madeira River flows through the Amazon basin.
   • Many species of fish live in the Madeira River.
   • The Madeira is one of the largest tributaries of the Amazon.

   🇵🇹Rio na América do Sul

2. Island in the Atlantic B1 formal

   An island located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, part of the Madeira archipelago.

   • Madeira is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful landscapes.
   • The island of Madeira has a mild climate year-round.
   • Funchal is the capital city of Madeira.

   🇵🇹Ilha da Madeira

3. Fortified wine B1 formal culinary

   An amber-colored dessert wine produced on the Madeira Islands, known for its rich flavor.

   • She served a glass of Madeira with the dessert.
   • Madeira wine is often used in cooking for its unique taste.
   • The vintage Madeira was aged for over 20 years.

   🇵🇹Madeira

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