A ilha
Example: A ilha tem praias bonitas e muita natureza.
Definition
"A ilha" refers to an island, a piece of land completely surrounded by water, often smaller than a continent. It is characterized by its isolation from other landmasses and can have beaches, vegetation, and unique ecosystems, as in the example phrase about beautiful beaches and abundant nature.
Etymology
The term "a ilha" comes from the Latin word 'insula,' meaning island. It entered Portuguese through Old Portuguese, evolving in spelling and pronunciation. Did you know? The English word 'island' shares the same Latin root but was influenced by the Old English word 'iegland,' combining 'ieg' (island) and 'land.'
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