Portuguesa facts for kids
Portuguesa is a word that can mean different things, depending on what you are talking about. It might refer to a place, like a state or a neighborhood, or even a mountain. It can also be the name of a language, a national song, or even several football (soccer) teams!
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Places Called Portuguesa
Sometimes, "Portuguesa" is used to name different locations around the world.
In Brazil
- Portuguesa, Rio de Janeiro: This is a neighborhood located in the big city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A neighborhood is a smaller area within a city where people live.
In Venezuela
- Portuguesa (state): This is one of the 23 states that make up the country of Venezuela. A state is like a large region or division within a country, similar to how some countries have provinces or counties.
Portuguesa the Mountain
- Chiqllarasu: This is a mountain located in Peru. It is also sometimes called Portuguesa. Mountains are large natural elevations on the Earth's surface.
Other Meanings of Portuguesa
Besides places and a mountain, "Portuguesa" can also refer to other things, especially related to Portugal or Portuguese culture.
Language
- Portuguese language: This is a Romance language that originated in Portugal. It is now spoken by many people around the world, especially in Brazil, Angola, Mozambique, and other countries that were once Portuguese colonies.
National Anthem
- A Portuguesa: This is the official national anthem of Portugal. A national anthem is a special song that represents a country and its people.
Football Clubs
"Portuguesa" is also part of the name for several professional football (soccer) clubs. These are sports teams that compete in leagues and tournaments.
- Associação Portuguesa de Desportos: This is a football club based in São Paulo, Brazil.
- Associação Atlética Portuguesa (RJ): This football club is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Associação Atlética Portuguesa Santista: This club is from Santos, Brazil.
- Associação Portuguesa Londrinense: This football club is based in Londrina, Brazil.
- Portuguesa Fútbol Club: This football club is located in Acarigua, Venezuela.
See also
In Spanish: Portuguesa (desambiguación) para niños
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