almada: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowProper Noun, Geographical
Quick answer
What does “almada” mean?
A Portuguese municipality on the south bank of the Tagus River, opposite Lisbon.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A Portuguese municipality on the south bank of the Tagus River, opposite Lisbon.
A city or municipality in Portugal; commonly recognized as part of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences. Recognized only in specific geographical, historical, or travel contexts.
Connotations
Connotes Portuguese geography, travel, or urban studies.
Frequency
Equally rare in both dialects.
Grammar
How to Use “almada” in a Sentence
[Proper Noun]Vocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare; may appear in contexts of Portuguese real estate or urban development.
Academic
Used in geography, urban studies, or Portuguese history.
Everyday
Used almost exclusively in travel guides or discussions about Lisbon.
Technical
A specific location in cartography or urban planning.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “almada”
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “almada”
- Misspelling as 'Almada', 'Almada', or 'Almada'.
- Attempting to use it as a common noun.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a proper noun referring to a specific place in Portugal and is rarely used outside geographical contexts.
In British English, it's /ælˈmɑːdə/ (al-MAH-də). In American English, the first vowel is often longer: /ɑːlˈmɑːdə/ (ahl-MAH-də).
No, it is exclusively a proper noun (the name of a place).
Typically in travel guides, geography texts, or when discussing the Lisbon metropolitan area.
A Portuguese municipality on the south bank of the Tagus River, opposite Lisbon.
Almada is usually proper noun, geographical in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'ALL the MADness Across' the river from Lisbon – ALMADA.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Proper noun).
Practice
Quiz
What is Almada?