ilha
island
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈi.ʎɐ/
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Cultural Note
Portugal has two stunning island groups: the Açores (Azores) in the mid-Atlantic and Madeira off the coast of Africa. Both are autonomous regions. Brazil's Fernando de Noronha is a UNESCO World Heritage archipelago famous for its marine life and pristine beaches.
📝 Example Sentences
Os Açores são um arquipélago de nove ilhas.
The Azores are an archipelago of nine islands.
Passámos as férias numa ilha tropical.
We spent the vacation on a tropical island.
A Madeira é uma ilha vulcânica.
Madeira is a volcanic island.