buoy in Portuguese
buoy in Portuguese is boia, sustentar — buoy means a floating marker anchored in water to warn of danger, mark a channel, or show a location.
buoy in Portuguese
boia
(nautical) A float moored in water to mark a location, warn of danger, indicate a navigational channel or for other purposes
sustentar
To maintain or enhance enthusiasm or confidence; to lift the spirits of.
What does "buoy" mean?
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noun A floating marker anchored in water to warn of danger, mark a channel, or show a location.
"The sailors steered carefully around the warning buoy."
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verb To keep something floating, or to lift someone's spirits or confidence.
"Good news about the harvest buoyed the farmers' spirits."
buoy in a sentence
- The sailors steered carefully around the warning buoy.
- A red buoy marked the edge of the swimming area.
- Good news about the harvest buoyed the farmers' spirits.
- Strong export figures buoyed the local economy.
Common Portuguese translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "buoy" in Portuguese?
"buoy" in Portuguese is boia, sustentar. buoy means: A floating marker anchored in water to warn of danger, mark a channel, or show a location.
How do you use "buoy" in a sentence?
Example: "The sailors steered carefully around the warning buoy." In Portuguese, "buoy" is boia, sustentar.
Are there other ways to say "buoy" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "buoy": boia, sustentar.
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