O arranha-céu
Example: O arranha-céu mais alto da cidade foi inaugurado ontem.
Definition
"O arranha-céu" refers to a very tall building that extends high into the sky, typically found in urban areas. It is designed for commercial or residential use and stands out prominently on the city skyline, often symbolizing modern architectural achievement.
Etymology
The term "o arranha-céu" literally means 'the sky-scraper' in Portuguese. It combines 'arranha' meaning 'scratch' or 'scrape' and 'céu' meaning 'sky', vividly describing a building so tall it seems to scrape or scratch the sky. This imagery perfectly captures the impressive height of such structures.
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the skyscraper