Portuguese · Travel & Places
Mar
[/maʁ/]
Sea
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
The vast body of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface.
O vasto corpo de água salgada que cobre a maior parte da Terra.
Example
Gosto muito de olhar para o mar.
I really like looking at the sea.
Etymology
The term 'mar' comes from the Latin word 'mare', which also means sea. Its usage has remained consistent through the evolution of the Portuguese language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mar' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to the sea or ocean. It is widely understood across all Portuguese-speaking regions.