Sobrado
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Sobrado
Sobrado is a term that has been used in various contexts throughout history. It has been used to describe a type of housing common in countries such as Portugal, Brazil, and Spain, as well as a style of architecture associated with post-colonial buildings in Latin America. The word itself originated from the Portuguese language and is linked to the Latin word subrādere, which means to build up or build over. In terms of architecture, Sobrado is characterized by a rectangular structure with a central courtyard, a low-pitched roof, and wide overhangs on the exterior walls to provide shade from the sun. This style of architecture was popularized in Latin America during the post-colonial era and can be seen in notable examples such as the Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Rosário in Salvador, Brazil, and the San Felipe de Jesus Church in Mexico City. On the other hand, Sobrado is also used to describe a type of housing that is common in Portugal, Brazil, and Spain. It typically refers to a house with an interior courtyard, though the exact meaning may vary in different countries or regions. In Brazil, the term is sobradinho or sobrado de tres alturas, while in Portugal, it is known as casa sobrado. Other related words in foreign languages include mansarda (Italian), maisonette (French), kapital (Bosnian), and bahay na bato (Filipino). Overall, Sobrado is a term that has been used to describe both a style of architecture and a type of housing. Its origins can be traced back to the Portuguese language and its use has evolved over time to encompass various meanings in different contexts. Whether referring to a grand mansion or a humble townhouse, Sobrado remains a significant term in the world of architecture and housing.
architecture, housing, post-colonial, Latin America, courtyard
Sobrado
Sobrado is a Portuguese word belonging to the category of adjectives. It can be translated to mean 'constructed' or 'built'. Synonyms for Sobrado include edificado, construído, fabricado, erigido and armado, while suitable antonyms include destruido, derrubado and desmontado. Cognates of Sobrado include Spanish sobrado, Italian sobrato and Galician sobrado. Variants of Sobrado include sobradinho and sobradinha, with the latter being used when referring to a feminine noun.
Etymology, morphological analysis, language, Portugese, morphology, lexicology
Sobrado
The word sobrado originated from the Portuguese language and is associated with the Latin word subrādere, which means to build up, or build over. Over time, the word has evolved, shifting from its original meaning as a verb to its present usage as a noun. Morphologically, the word typically refers to a structure built atop a building, often with its own entrance. Pragmatically, the word is used to describe any kind of residence or structure that is larger than one typically found in the area. In Portuguese history, it is linked to the Grandes de Portugal, or the Great Families of Portugal, who would build large, grand homes and mansions for their use.
etymology, morphology, Sobrado, Portuguese, Latin, subrādere.
Sobrado
A Sobrado is a term used to describe a type of housing, which is common in countries such as Portugal, Brazil and Spain. It typically refers to a house with an interior courtyard, though the exact meaning may vary in different countries or regions. The Portuguese word for Sobrado is casa sobrado, while the Spanish term is Sobrado or Sobrado de dos alturas. In Brazil, the term is sobradinho or sobrado de tres alturas. Other related words in foreign languages include mansarda (Italian), maisonette (French), kapital (Bosnian) and bahay na bato (Filipino).
Courtyard house, inner courtyard house, maindoor house, patio house, duplex home, double-decker house, multilevel house, two-level house, triple-storey house, two-storey house, mansarda, maisonette, kapital, bahay na bato.
Sobrado
Sobrado is an architectural term describing a townhouse or a single-family home built on the footprint of a traditional rectangular structure. The style is associated with post-colonial buildings in Latin America, particularly in Brazil and Mexico, where it was popularized. Characteristics of Sobrado architecture include a central courtyard, a low pitched roof, and wide overhangs on the exterior walls to provide shade from the sun. Notable examples of Sobrado architecture include the Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Rosário, in Salvador, Brazil and the San Felipe de Jesus Church, in Mexico City.
Architecture, Sobrado, Latin America, Townhouse, Post-Colonial.
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