parede
/paˈɾe.d͡ʒi/feminine
The English word 'wall' is translated into Portuguese as parede.
parede refers to a substantial structure acting as a side or division within a building. For a specific context, such as distinguishing parts of a room or a building, you might use the phrase parede lateral to mean a side wall. If you are talking about a larger, fortified wall like those found in ancient castles or city walls, use muralha.
Meaning: substantial structure acting as side or division in a building (noun)
Which one should you use?
While parede refers to an interior wall of a building, muro is used for an exterior wall or a boundary wall (like a garden wall or a retaining wall).
Is it said differently in some regions?
parede is used across Portugal and Brazil.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
parede is a feminine noun. The plural form is paredes.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable: /paˈɾe.dʒi/.
Did you know?
- In Portuguese, the phrase dar com a cabeça na parede describes a situation where someone feels stuck or unable to find a solution to a problem.
- While parede is used for buildings, the term parede is also used in biology to describe the 'cell wall' of a plant, known as parede celular.
- The word parede shares a common ancestor with the English word 'parapet', a low protective wall along the edge of a roof or balcony.
Examples in context
- Eu pintei a parede.I painted the wall.This sentence shows how to use parede with the verb for painting.Tatoeba #5934677 by bill, translation #5927321 by mailohilohi
- Há um mapa na parede.There's a map on the wall.This sentence demonstrates how to use parede with a preposition to indicate location.Tatoeba #1926970 by alexmarcelo, translation #2713355 by CK
- Você pintou a parede?Did you paint the wall?This sentence uses parede in a question regarding painting.Tatoeba #5934676 by bill, translation #5927322 by mailohilohi
- A parede do escritório precisa de uma nova pintura.The office wall needs a fresh coat of paint.
- O castelo possui uma imponente muralha.The castle features an impressive wall.
- Vou pendurar o quadro logo ali, nessa paredinha.I'll hang the picture right there on that little wall.
- O gato subiu no muro novamente.The cat climbed onto the wall again.
- Coloque a prateleira na parede lateral do quarto.Place the shelf on the side wall of the bedroom.
- 145 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Gabriel and Camila are discussing a renovation in their new house.
- GabrielEsta parede está muito suja.This wall is very dirty.
- CamilaEu posso limpá-la para você, Gabriel.I can clean it for you, Gabriel.
- GabrielObrigado, Camila, você é muito gentil.Thank you, Camila, you are very kind.
- CamilaNão há de quê.You're welcome.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “wall” translations and entries parede, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries parede, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
