Unit 8 Flashcards
Perched
means sitting or resting on something, typically in a high or elevated position. It often describes how a bird sits on a branch, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe anything or anyone positioned in a high place.
Someone who is passionate and knowledgeable about a particular subject or activity, enthusiastic or expert in a particular field
Aficionado
Describes something that’s so picturesque, beautiful or idyllic, that it resembles a scene one might find on a postcard
Postcard-perfect
Cloistered
Someone or something that is secluded ( isolado ) or kept away from the outside world, often in a quiet or isolated environment
Cloistered
Someone or something that is secluded ( isolado ) or kept away from the outside world, often in a quiet or isolated environment
Atrium
A central hall or open space within buildings typically a skylight ( furo para entrar iluminação ) or large windows to allow natural light to enter
Inception
The beginning or the start of something, especially a process or an idea, but it can also be a project etc
Term informally used to refer to snack or food, specially those that are eaten casually or between meals.
Munchies
Alleyway
Beco
Artsy
Informal term used to describe something or someone that is associated with exhibits qualities related to art, creativity, or and artistic aesthetic.
Artístico
Describes a close and cohesive group or community where the members have strong connections and relationships with each other.
Tight-knit
Tucked away
Escondido
Vibrant
Vibrante
A beloved
Um amado
Amidst
Entre
Artisanal
Artesanal
A … hub of
Centro, concentração
A Crime-ridden mess
Bagunça dominada pelo crime
Structure has flourished thanks to
Floreceu, melhorou, graças a
Most iconic building
Mais icônico
Run-down magnet
Desgastado, degradado imã
Overcome countless problems
Superar incontáveis
The best-administrated building
Mais bem administrado
Generates revenue
bring in money through business activities or operations. It refers to the process of earning income by selling products, offering services, or engaging in other revenue-creating activities.
The transformation came about
a transformação aconteceu
Rejects accusations of dictatorial tendencies
rejeita acusações de tendências ditatoriais
I treat everyone equally
Eu trato todo mundo da mesma forma
Range of residents
Série de residentes // range- varia
Average rents
Rendas médias
To revamp
Make significant changes or improvements to something
