feriado
holiday; public holiday
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/fe.ɾi.ˈa.du/
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Cultural Note
Brazil has about 12 national holidays per year. When a holiday falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, Brazilians often 'emendam' (bridge) the gap to make a long weekend — this practice is called 'feriadão' or 'ponte.' Companies and schools frequently observe these extended breaks, and popular destinations fill up quickly.
📝 Example Sentences
Amanhã é feriado, não preciso trabalhar.
Tomorrow is a holiday, I don't need to work.
O Brasil tem muitos feriados nacionais.
Brazil has many national holidays.
Vamos aproveitar o feriado prolongado para viajar.
Let's take advantage of the long holiday weekend to travel.