serra
mountain range / highlands
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈsɛ.ʁɐ/
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Cultural Note
'Serra' refers to a mountain range or highland area, distinct from a single 'montanha.' Portugal's serras include the Serra da Estrela, Serra do Gerês, and Serra da Arrábida. 'Queijo da Serra' is a famous creamy cheese from the Estrela region, made with sheep's milk.
📝 Example Sentences
A Serra da Estrela é o ponto mais alto de Portugal continental.
Serra da Estrela is the highest point of mainland Portugal.
Fomos passar o fim de semana na serra.
We went to spend the weekend in the highlands.
O queijo da serra é delicioso.
The highland cheese is delicious.