Definition

Proper noun * The capital city of Brazil: "Brazilian capital" specifically refers to the city that serves as the federal capital of Brazil. It is a planned city constructed on a central plateau and officially inaugurated in 1960.

Usage

• "Brazilian capital" is used as a proper noun to name the specific city. It is often used in formal, geographical, or historical contexts.
• It is synonymous with the city's official name, Brasília.

Examples

• The Brazilian capital was moved from Rio de Janeiro to a newly built city in the interior.
• As the Brazilian capital, Brasília houses the country's federal government branches.
• The architecture in the Brazilian capital is famous for its modernist design.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in geopolitical or economic discussions to represent the seat of the Brazilian government.
  • Diplomatic activity is concentrated in the Brazilian capital.

Variants and Related Words

• Brasília: The official name of the city, used interchangeably with "Brazilian capital."
• Capital city: A general term for any city that serves as the seat of government.

Synonyms

• Brasília

Notes

• The "Brazilian capital" is distinct from former capitals of Brazil, such as Salvador and Rio de Janeiro. It specifically denotes the city created to be the capital in the 20th century.

Noun

1. the capital of Brazil; a city built on the central plateau and inaugurated in 1960