cobertor
blanket
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ko.beɾ.ˈtoɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Brazil, 'cobertor' is the thick blanket for warmth, while 'lençol' is the bed sheet. In Portugal, 'cobertor' and 'manta' are both used. The humorous complaint about a partner 'roubar o cobertor' (stealing the blanket) is a universal couple's experience frequently referenced in Brazilian humor.
📝 Example Sentences
No inverno, uso dois cobertores.
In winter, I use two blankets.
O cobertor é de lã.
The blanket is made of wool.
Ela puxou o cobertor durante a noite.
She pulled the blanket during the night.