Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital city of Brazil: A planned city located on Brazil's central plateau, officially inaugurated as the national capital in 1960.

Usage

• This term is used specifically to refer to the city that serves as the seat of the Brazilian federal government. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The capital of Brazil is known for its distinctive modern architecture.
  • We flew into the capital of Brazil for a diplomatic conference.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in geographical, political, and historical contexts to distinguish this specific capital city from previous Brazilian capitals, such as Rio de Janeiro.
• It can be used in formal writing and discourse about South American geopolitics or urban planning.

Variants and Related Words

• Brasília: This is the actual name of the city referred to by the phrase "capital of Brazil."
  • Brasília was designed by the architect Oscar Niemeyer.

Synonyms

• Brasília: The direct and most common synonym.
• Federal District of Brazil: Refers to the administrative division containing the capital city, though this is not a perfect synonym for the city itself.

Notes

• The phrase "capital of Brazil" functions as a single proper noun phrase identifying a specific city. It should not be confused with a general description; since 1960, it refers exclusively to Brasília.

Noun

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