Carnaval
Carnival
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/kaɾ.nɐ.ˈvaw/
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Cultural Note
Carnaval is Brazil's most famous celebration, held 40 days before Easter. It features massive street parties (blocos), elaborate samba school parades, and costumes. Different cities have distinct styles: Rio has samba, Salvador has axé music, and Recife has frevo. Many consider it the unofficial start of the Brazilian year.
📝 Example Sentences
O Carnaval do Rio de Janeiro é o maior do mundo.
The Rio de Janeiro Carnival is the biggest in the world.
Durante o Carnaval, as escolas de samba desfilam no Sambódromo.
During Carnival, samba schools parade in the Sambadrome.
Muitos brasileiros viajam no Carnaval.
Many Brazilians travel during Carnival.