World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesRécife
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ʁe.sif
"Récife est une ville magnifique située dans le nord-est du Brésil."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A major city in northeastern Brazil, serving as the capital of the state of Pernambuco and a prominent cultural and economic hub.
"Recife is known for its historic architecture, canals, and rich musical heritage like frevo and maracatu." - 2
A ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea, characteristic of the coastal formations near the city.
"The ships had to navigate carefully around the natural reef barrier protecting the harbor."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Portuguese word 'recife', meaning reef, originating from Arabic رصيف (raṣīf, meaning paved causeway or bank), reflecting the coral reefs that line the coast of the region. The specific phrase 'Recife de Corau' phonetically transcribed refers to the coastal capital city of Pernambuco, Brazil, famous for its extensive reef formations.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Recife"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Recife" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Récife
Transliteration: ʁe.sif
"Récife est une ville magnifique située dans le nord-est du Brésil."
Recife
Transliteration: ʁeˈsiːfə
"Recife ist bekannt für seine wunderschönen Strände und Kanäle."
Recife
Transliteration: reˈtʃife
"Recife è una delle città più importanti del Nordest brasiliano."
Recife
Transliteration: reˈsife
"Recife es una ciudad portuaria muy vibrante en Brasil."
Recife
Transliteration: ʁeˈsifi
"Recife é a capital do estado de Pernambuco."
रेसिफे
Transliteration: resife
"रेसिफे ब्राज़ील का एक प्रमुख तटीय शहर है।"
累西腓
Transliteration: Lèixīféi
"累西腓是巴西东北部的重要城市。"
레시페
Transliteration: resipe
"레시페는 브라질 동북부에 위치한 항구 도시입니다."
レシフェ
Transliteration: Resife
"レシフェはブラジルの美しく歴史的な港町です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsTo think carefully about something, typically before making a decision.
A formal, documented account of findings, investigations, or statistics issued by an authoritative body or government agency.
Used to express pleasure, realization, surprise, or understanding.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Recife"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.