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A2 noun #4,500 가장 일반적인 9분 분량

veia

상위 4,500

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설명 veia in your Level:

At the A1 level, you should learn 'veia' as a basic part of the human body. Just as you learn 'braço' (arm) or 'perna' (leg), 'veia' is a simple noun used to describe what we see under our skin. At this stage, focus on the literal meaning: a blood vessel. You might use it when talking to a doctor or describing someone's appearance. It is a feminine noun, so remember to use 'a' or 'uma'. Example: 'A veia é azul' (The vein is blue). This is a foundational word for health-related vocabulary.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'veia' in more complete sentences related to health and physical descriptions. You might describe physical exercise results: 'Depois de correr, minhas veias aparecem' (After running, my veins appear). You also begin to see 'veia' in common compound terms like 'veia de ouro' (vein of gold) in simple stories. You should be able to distinguish 'veia' from 'artéria' in a basic way and use the plural 'veias' correctly with adjectives.

At the B1 level, you should move into the figurative uses of 'veia'. This is where you describe people's talents or personality traits. You can say 'Ele tem uma veia artística' (He has an artistic streak). This is much more natural than just saying 'Ele é um artista'. It implies a natural, flowing talent. You will also encounter 'veia' in news reports about health or science. You should be comfortable using 'veia' in the context of hobbies and passions, expressing that something 'está na veia' (is in the blood).

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At the B2 level, 'veia' becomes a tool for nuanced description. You can use it to describe an author's style or a political tendency: 'uma veia satírica' (a satirical streak) or 'uma veia conservadora' (a conservative streak). You should understand idiomatic expressions like 'ter sangue nas veias' (to have blood in one's veins, meaning to be passionate or alive). You can discuss more complex medical topics or geological formations using the word with precision and correct technical adjectives.

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At the C1 level, you use 'veia' with literary sophistication. You might analyze a poem and discuss the 'veia lírica' that runs through the stanzas. You understand the subtle difference between 'veia', 'índole', and 'vocação'. You can use the word in abstract philosophical discussions about the 'veia da vida' (the vein of life) or the essence of a culture. Your pronunciation should be perfect, distinguishing it clearly from 'velha', and you can use it in various registers, from informal slang to formal academic critiques.

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At the C2 level, you have mastered the word's entire semantic range, including archaic or very specialized uses. You can use 'veia' to describe the 'pulse' of a historical era or the 'veia' of a complex legal argument. You are aware of how the word has evolved from Latin 'vena' and can use it in wordplay or advanced puns. You can navigate complex medical discussions about 'veias' with the same ease as a native doctor and use the word in high-level creative writing to evoke specific biological or emotional imagery.

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veia 30초 만에

Veia means 'vein' (blood vessel) or a 'streak/talent' (figurative). It is a feminine noun (a veia).
Used in medical, geological, and artistic contexts. Very common in expressions like 'veia artística'.
Pronounced 'vay-yah'. Be careful not to confuse it with 'velha' (old woman).
In Brazil, 'na veia' is a popular slang meaning something is pure, intense, or naturally mastered.

The Portuguese word veia primarily identifies the biological tubes that carry blood back to the heart. However, its utility in the Portuguese language extends far beyond the confines of a medical textbook. For an English speaker, the most direct translation is indeed "vein," and much like in English, it carries both literal physiological meanings and rich metaphorical weight. In a literal sense, you will encounter veia in healthcare settings, during discussions about fitness (vascularity), or even in geology when referring to a mineral deposit. But where the word truly shines in daily conversation is its figurative application to describe innate talent, a specific character trait, or a recurring theme in someone's work.

Anatomical Context: Used when discussing health, blood tests, or physical appearance. For example, a nurse might say they need to find a 'veia boa' (good vein) for an IV.

A enfermeira teve dificuldade para encontrar a veia do paciente.

Figurative Talent: Refers to a natural inclination or 'streak.' If someone is naturally funny, they have a 'veia cômica.' If they are born to lead, they might have a 'veia de liderança.'

In Brazil and Portugal, the word is also used in geology to describe a veia de ouro (vein of gold) or other minerals. Furthermore, in more abstract literary contexts, it can represent the 'pulse' or 'essence' of a movement or a piece of writing. Understanding veia requires recognizing that Portuguese speakers view it as the conduit of essence—whether that essence is literal blood or figurative creativity. It is a feminine noun, so it always takes feminine articles and adjectives: a veia, as veias, uma veia saltada. Unlike some other words that change meaning entirely in different regions, veia remains remarkably consistent across the Lusophone world, though the specific adjectives following it may vary by local slang.

Ele herdou a veia artística de sua avó, que era pintora.

Geological Usage: Used by miners or geologists to describe a narrow, distinct sheet of metal-bearing quartz or other rock in a fissure.

Finally, be careful not to confuse veia with velha (old woman). While they might sound slightly similar to a beginner's ear, the 'lh' sound in velha is a palatal lateral approximant, whereas the 'i' in veia creates a smooth diphthong. Pronunciation is key to avoiding an awkward social situation where you might accidentally call someone an 'old woman' when you meant to talk about their 'artistic vein'!

Mastering the use of veia involves learning how to pair it with the right adjectives and verbs. In medical contexts, we often use verbs like puncionar (to puncture/tap) or saltar (to pop out). In figurative contexts, we use verbs like ter (to have) or correr (to run through). Let's look at how this word functions across various grammatical structures.

Subject of the Sentence: When the vein itself is performing an action or being described. 'As veias do seu braço são muito visíveis.'

A veia principal estava obstruída, causando preocupação aos médicos.

Direct Object: When someone is interacting with a vein. 'O mineiro encontrou uma veia de prata na montanha.'

When using veia figuratively, it often appears in the structure [Ter + Veia + Adjective]. This is the most common way to describe someone's natural talents. For example, 'Ela tem uma veia poética incrível' (She has an incredible poetic streak). Notice how the adjective 'poética' agrees with the feminine gender of 'veia'. In more informal Brazilian Portuguese, you might hear 'Isso está na veia', which functions similarly to the English 'It's in my DNA' or 'I've got this down to a science'.

Depois de anos de prática, o surf já está na veia dele.

Prepositional Phrases: Using 'na' (in the) or 'da' (of the) to show location or origin. 'O sangue flui pelas veias.'

In technical or academic writing, veia might be replaced by more specific terms like vaso sanguíneo, but in general prose, veia is the standard. If you are describing a person who is very angry, you might say 'a veia da testa saltou' (the vein in their forehead popped out), a common visual descriptor in Portuguese literature and storytelling to convey intense emotion or physical exertion.

To truly understand veia, you need to hear it in the wild. It’s a word that bridges the gap between the sterile environment of a hospital and the passionate atmosphere of an art gallery. In Brazil, it’s also a word that finds its way into sports commentary and everyday office talk. Here are the primary settings where the word is most frequently used.

Hospitals and Clinics: The most literal use. You'll hear 'pegar a veia' (to find/get the vein) when someone is getting blood drawn or an IV started. Patients might complain about 'veias varicosas' (varicose veins).

Vou precisar puncionar outra veia porque esta colapsou.

Artistic and Literary Criticism: Critics often discuss an author's 'veia narrativa' or a painter's 'veia expressionista.' It implies a deep-seated, natural style that defines their work.

In the gym culture of Brazil, which is quite prominent, you will hear people talking about vascularização (vascularity), but they will often simply point to their arms and say 'as veias estão saltando' to indicate a good workout or low body fat. This use is very common in fitness circles. Additionally, in the world of finance or business, someone might speak of a 'veia empreendedora' (entrepreneurial streak) when discussing a successful founder's natural ability to spot opportunities.

Aquele empresário tem uma veia para negócios que ninguém mais tem.

Geology and Mining: In regions like Minas Gerais in Brazil, which has a rich mining history, 'veia' is part of the local lexicon when discussing mineral deposits and historical excavations.

Finally, in casual conversation, the phrase 'na veia' is used as an intensifier. If a DJ plays a perfect set of songs, a fan might say 'Rock na veia!' implying that the music is pure, direct, and deeply felt. It’s a versatile word that moves from the physical to the emotional with ease.

For English speakers learning Portuguese, veia presents a few pitfalls, primarily related to pronunciation and confusion with similar-sounding words. Because Portuguese is a phonetic language, small changes in vowel sounds or consonant clusters can change the meaning entirely. Here are the most common errors to watch out for.

Confusion with 'Velha': This is the #1 mistake. 'Veia' (vein) vs 'Velha' (old woman). The 'lh' in 'velha' is like the 'lli' in 'million.' 'Veia' is just 'vay-yah.' Saying 'Minha velha dói' instead of 'Minha veia dói' will lead to very confused looks.

Incorrect: Eu tenho uma velha artística. (I have an artistic old woman.)
Correct: Eu tenho uma veia artística. (I have an artistic streak.)

Veia vs. Artéria: In medical contexts, learners often use 'veia' as a catch-all for any blood vessel. Remember that 'artéria' (artery) carries blood away from the heart, while 'veia' carries it back. While 'veia' is used more often figuratively, using it for a major artery in a medical context is incorrect.

Another mistake involves the gender of the word. Since it ends in 'a', it is feminine. Beginners often default to masculine 'o veia' because 'vein' is neuter in English, but in Portuguese, it must be 'a veia'. Also, watch out for the plural 'veias'. Unlike some Portuguese words that undergo a vowel shift in the plural (like 'ovo' to 'ovos'), 'veia' keeps the same vowel sound in its plural form.

Confusion with 'Via': 'Via' means 'route' or 'way' (and is also the past tense 'I saw'). While a vein is a type of 'via' for blood, you cannot use them interchangeably. 'Via' is for roads or bureaucratic processes; 'veia' is biological or metaphorical talent.

Lastly, some learners try to translate the English idiom 'in the same vein' literally as 'na mesma veia'. While this is sometimes understood, a more natural Portuguese expression for 'in the same spirit/style' would be 'na mesma linha' (in the same line) or 'no mesmo estilo'. However, 'na mesma veia' is becoming more common due to English influence (anglicism), but it's better to stick to the traditional Portuguese equivalents for better fluency.

While veia is the most common term for what it describes, Portuguese offers several alternatives depending on whether you are speaking literally or figuratively. Understanding these nuances will help you sound more like a native speaker and less like a translation app.

Vaso Sanguíneo: The clinical term for 'blood vessel.' If you are reading a medical report, you will see this. It encompasses veins, arteries, and capillaries.

O fumo danifica os vasos sanguíneos ao longo do tempo.

Talento / Dom / Vocação: These are the figurative synonyms. Instead of saying someone has a 'veia artística,' you could say they have a 'talento artístico' or a 'vocação para a arte.' 'Dom' implies a God-given gift.

In geology, you might hear the word filão. While veia is used for gold or silver, filão is a more technical term for a lode or a large mineral deposit. It is also used figuratively in Brazil to mean a 'gold mine' of opportunity (e.g., 'Este novo mercado é um filão!'). Another word to consider is artéria. While biologically different, it is used figuratively in urban planning: 'As principais artérias da cidade' refers to the main roads that keep traffic flowing.

A Avenida Paulista é uma das principais artérias de São Paulo.

Índole / Propensão: If you are talking about a 'veia autoritária' (authoritarian streak), synonyms could be 'índole autoritária' (authoritarian nature) or 'propensão para o autoritarismo'.

When choosing between these words, consider the 'vibe' you want to convey. Veia is visceral and organic. It suggests that the quality is part of the person's very lifeblood. Using talento is more standard and descriptive, while vaso sanguíneo is strictly for science. By mastering these alternatives, you can tailor your Portuguese to fit any situation, from a casual chat at a bar to a formal presentation at a university.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The word 'veia' and 'avenue' share a distant conceptual link in some linguistic theories regarding 'conduits' or 'ways', though 'avenue' comes from 'advenire'.

발음 가이드

UK /ˈveɪ.ə/

US /ˈveɪ.ə/

The stress is on the first syllable: VEI-a.

라임이 맞는 단어

cheia areia meia aldeia ceia teia baleia reia

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing it like 'velha' (ve-lya).
Pronouncing the 'ei' as two separate vowels (ve-i-a) instead of a diphthong.
Using a hard 'v' that sounds like a 'b' (common for some Spanish speakers).
Making the final 'a' too long or stressed.
Confusing the nasal 'vêm' with 'veia'.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize due to similarity with English 'vein'.

쓰기 3/5

Simple spelling, but must remember feminine gender.

말하기 4/5

Pronunciation of 'ei' diphthong and avoiding 'velha' can be tricky.

듣기 3/5

Easy to hear, but can be confused with 'via' or 'velha' in fast speech.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

sangue corpo braço coração médico

다음에 배울 것

artéria músculo osso talento vocação

고급

capilar hemoglobina ventrículo índole temperamento

알아야 할 문법

Feminine Noun Agreement

A veia (feminine) é longa (feminine).

Diphthong 'ei' Pronunciation

Veia sounds like 'VAY-ah', not 'VEE-ah'.

Pluralization of Nouns in -a

Veia becomes veias by adding 's'.

Preposition Contraction

Na veia (em + a), das veias (de + as).

Adjective Placement

Veia artística (adjective usually follows the noun).

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A veia no meu braço é visível.

The vein in my arm is visible.

Feminine singular noun 'veia'.

Onde está a veia?

Where is the vein?

Simple question with 'onde está'.

Eu tenho veias pequenas.

I have small veins.

Plural feminine 'veias' with adjective 'pequenas'.

A enfermeira limpa a veia.

The nurse cleans the vein.

Present tense verb 'limpa' (cleans).

A veia leva o sangue.

The vein carries the blood.

Subject-verb-object structure.

Minha veia dói um pouco.

My vein hurts a little.

Possessive 'minha' agreeing with 'veia'.

Uma veia azul.

A blue vein.

Indefinite article 'uma' and color adjective 'azul'.

As veias são importantes.

Veins are important.

Plural 'veias' with the verb 'ser'.

O médico encontrou a veia rapidamente.

The doctor found the vein quickly.

Past tense 'encontrou'.

Ela tem uma veia de artista.

She has an artistic streak.

Figurative use: 'veia de' + noun.

O mineiro achou uma veia de ouro.

The miner found a vein of gold.

Geological use of 'veia'.

Suas veias saltam quando você faz força.

Your veins pop out when you exert yourself.

Verb 'saltam' (to jump/pop) used for veins.

Não aperte a veia com força.

Don't press the vein hard.

Imperative negative 'não aperte'.

Existem muitas veias no corpo humano.

There are many veins in the human body.

Use of 'existem' for 'there are'.

A veia varicosa pode causar dor.

The varicose vein can cause pain.

Medical term 'veia varicosa'.

Ele tem a veia do pai para a música.

He has his father's musical streak.

Possessive 'do pai' modifying 'veia'.

A veia cômica dele é muito natural.

His comic streak is very natural.

Adjective 'cômica' agreeing with 'veia'.

O sangue corre nas veias com pressão.

Blood runs in the veins with pressure.

Prepositional phrase 'nas veias'.

Ela descobriu sua veia empreendedora na escola.

She discovered her entrepreneurial streak in school.

Abstract noun 'veia' meaning talent.

A enfermeira não conseguiu pegar a veia de primeira.

The nurse couldn't get the vein on the first try.

Idiom 'pegar a veia'.

O mármore tem veias cinzentas muito bonitas.

The marble has very beautiful grey veins.

Describing patterns in stone.

Sinto o café correndo nas minhas veias.

I feel the coffee running in my veins.

Metaphorical use for energy.

A veia poética dela despertou cedo.

Her poetic streak woke up early.

Verb 'despertar' used figuratively.

Ele tem uma veia de liderança nata.

He has a natural leadership streak.

Adjective 'nata' meaning 'born/natural'.

A veia autoritária do diretor incomodava a equipe.

The director's authoritarian streak bothered the team.

Describing a negative character trait.

O cirurgião cauterizou a veia para parar o sangramento.

The surgeon cauterized the vein to stop the bleeding.

Technical verb 'cauterizou'.

Há uma veia de melancolia em toda a sua obra.

There is a vein of melancholy in all his work.

Literary analysis use.

O atleta tem veias muito dilatadas devido ao esforço.

The athlete has very dilated veins due to the effort.

Adjective 'dilatadas' (dilated).

A veia satírica do jornal é famosa no país.

The newspaper's satirical streak is famous in the country.

O ouro foi encontrado em uma veia profunda.

The gold was found in a deep vein.

Geological precision.

Ela tem a política correndo nas veias.

She has politics running in her veins.

Metaphor for passion/heritage.

As veias jugulares ficaram visíveis quando ele gritou.

The jugular veins became visible when he shouted.

Specific anatomical term 'veias jugulares'.

O autor explora uma veia existencialista em seu novo romance.

The author explores an existentialist vein in his new novel.

Sophisticated literary critique.

A flebite é a inflamação de uma veia.

Phlebitis is the inflammation of a vein.

Medical definition.

O projeto tem uma veia social muito forte.

The project has a very strong social streak.

Describing the 'soul' of a project.

A veia da loucura parece percorrer a família.

The vein of madness seems to run through the family.

Metaphor for hereditary traits.

Ele escreve com uma veia irônica que poucos compreendem.

He writes with an ironic streak that few understand.

Nuanced style description.

A veia cava é essencial para o retorno venoso.

The vena cava is essential for venous return.

Specific medical term 'veia cava'.

A pesquisa revelou uma veia de corrupção no governo.

The research revealed a vein of corruption in the government.

Metaphor for systemic issues.

O fado está na veia do povo português.

Fado is in the veins of the Portuguese people.

Cultural identity expression.

A veia panteísta permeia toda a lírica camoniana.

The pantheistic vein permeates all of Camões' lyrics.

High-level academic literary analysis.

O tratamento consistia na escleroterapia das veias afetadas.

The treatment consisted of sclerotherapy of the affected veins.

Advanced medical terminology.

Sua argumentação possui uma veia sofista inegável.

His argument has an undeniable sophist vein.

Philosophical register.

A veia de insubordinação eclodiu durante a assembleia.

The vein of insubordination broke out during the assembly.

Formal sociological description.

A topografia revelou veias aquíferas subjacentes.

The topography revealed underlying aquifer veins.

Technical geological/hydrological use.

O cineasta mantém a veia neorrealista em sua maturidade.

The filmmaker maintains his neorealist streak in his maturity.

Artistic evolution analysis.

A veia saturnina do poeta reflete seu isolamento.

The poet's saturnine (melancholy) vein reflects his isolation.

Archaic/literary adjective 'saturnina'.

O sistema de irrigação imitava as veias de uma folha.

The irrigation system mimicked the veins of a leaf.

Biomimicry context.

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Veia artística

Veia cômica

Veia poética

Veia varicosa

Veia jugular

Veia de ouro

Pegar a veia

Sangue nas veias

Veia empreendedora

Veia saltada

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Na veia

— Directly, intensely, or something one is very good at.

Isso é rock na veia!

Ter veia para

— To have a natural talent for something.

Você tem veia para a política.

Correr nas veias

— To be part of someone's nature or heritage.

O samba corre nas veias dela.

Veia de mestre

— A master's touch or streak.

Ele cozinhou com uma veia de mestre.

Salvar a veia

— In medical slang, to preserve a vein for future use.

Precisamos salvar a veia para o tratamento.

Veia aberta

— Metaphor for vulnerability or constant flow (famous book title).

As veias abertas da América Latina.

Veia de sorte

— A streak of luck.

Ele está em uma veia de sorte no jogo.

Veia de família

— A family trait.

A teimosia é uma veia de família.

Veia entupida

— A clogged vein/artery (often used interchangeably in casual talk).

Ele teve um problema de veia entupida.

Pulsar na veia

— To pulse in the vein (feeling something strongly).

A adrenalina pulsava na veia.

자주 혼동되는 단어

veia vs Velha

Means 'old woman'. Pronounced with a 'ly' sound.

veia vs Via

Means 'way' or 'route'. Also 'I/he/she saw'.

veia vs Vêm

Means 'they come'. Nasal sound.

관용어 및 표현

"Ter sangue de barata nas veias"

— To be cold-blooded or lack reaction to insults/offenses.

Ele não reagiu ao insulto; parece que tem sangue de barata nas veias.

Informal

"Estar na veia"

— To be second nature or highly skilled at something.

O surf está na veia dele.

Slang/Informal

"Não ter sangue nas veias"

— To be insensitive, cold, or lacking passion.

Como você não chora com esse filme? Não tem sangue nas veias?

Common

"Veia de doido"

— A streak of madness or eccentricity.

Ele tem uma veia de doido que aparece às vezes.

Informal

"Cortar as veias"

— To be extremely dramatic or depressed (often used hyperborically).

Essa música é de cortar as veias.

Slang

"Veia de ouro"

— A metaphor for a great opportunity or source of wealth.

Este novo aplicativo é uma veia de ouro.

Neutral

"Ter a veia inchada"

— To be very angry or stressed.

Cuidado, ele está com a veia inchada hoje.

Informal

"Veia de artista"

— A natural talent for arts.

Desde pequeno ele mostrava sua veia de artista.

Neutral

"Veia cômica"

— A natural sense of humor.

Sua veia cômica salvou o jantar entediante.

Neutral

"Veia de família"

— A recurring trait across generations.

A inteligência é a veia de família deles.

Neutral

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veia vs Artéria

Both are blood vessels.

Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart; veins carry deoxygenated blood back.

A artéria pulsa, a veia não.

veia vs Vaso

Generic term for vessel.

Vaso can also mean a vase or a toilet bowl in Portuguese.

O vaso sanguíneo é um termo técnico.

veia vs Corda

Sometimes used for thick veins in slang.

Corda is a rope; using it for veins is very informal and descriptive.

Ele tem cordas no braço (meaning thick veins).

veia vs Talento

Synonym for figurative 'veia'.

Talento is a general skill; veia implies it is part of your nature.

Ele tem talento, mas falta a veia artística.

veia vs Caminho

Conceptual similarity as a path.

Caminho is a path or road; veia is an internal or biological path.

O caminho é longo; a veia é curta.

문장 패턴

A veia é [cor].

A veia é azul.

Eu tenho veias [adjetivo].

Eu tenho veias finas.

Ele tem uma veia [área de talento].

Ele tem uma veia musical.

[Algo] está na veia.

O futebol está na veia.

A veia [parte do corpo] saltou.

A veia do pescoço saltou.

Uma veia de [sentimento] percorre [obra].

Uma veia de tristeza percorre o livro.

A veia [termo técnico] é responsável por [função].

A veia porta é responsável pelo transporte de nutrientes.

Manifestar uma veia [adjetivo erudito].

Ele manifesta uma veia saturnina em seus versos.

어휘 가족

명사

veia

venosidade

vênula

veiculação

동사

veicular

형용사

venoso

vemelho (unrelated but often confused)

veicular

사용법

frequency

Very high in both medical and creative discussions.

자주 하는 실수

O veia → A veia
Veia is a feminine noun.
Eu vi a velha no braço. → Eu vi a veia no braço.
Velha means old woman; veia means vein.
Ele tem uma via artística. → Ele tem uma veia artística.
Via is a route; veia is a talent streak.
As veias são azuis (when they are red). → As artérias são vermelhas.
Scientific accuracy in medical contexts.
Na mesma veia → Na mesma linha
While 'na mesma veia' is used, 'na mesma linha' is more traditional for 'in the same vein'.

팁

The 'EI' Sound

Don't split the 'e' and 'i'. It should flow as one sound, like 'ay' in English.

Gender Check

Always pair with 'a' or 'uma'. Never say 'o veia'.

Describe Talents

Use 'veia' to compliment someone's natural abilities. It sounds very native.

Hospital Talk

If you are at a hospital, 'pegar a veia' is the phrase for getting an IV.

Intensity

Use 'na veia' to show you really love or are good at something.

Mineral Veins

Use 'veia de [mineral]' for geological deposits.

Fitness

In the gym, talk about 'veias saltadas' for vascularity.

Veia vs Artéria

Remember: Veins return (return to heart), Arteries away (away from heart).

Literary Use

In essays, use 'veia' to describe an author's recurring themes.

Not 'Velha'!

Double check your pronunciation to avoid calling someone an old woman.

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기억법

Think of 'VEIA' as a 'VEHicle' for blood. It carries the blood back to the heart.

시각적 연상

Imagine a blue 'V' shape on your arm. That 'V' stands for 'Veia'.

Word Web

corpo sangue médico talento ouro azul braço coração

챌린지

Try to use 'veia' in three different ways today: once for health, once for a talent you have, and once for a pattern you see (like in marble).

어원

From the Latin 'vena', which referred to blood vessels, water channels, or veins of ore.

원래 의미: Blood vessel or conduit.

Romance (Latin root).

문화적 맥락

No major sensitivities, but be careful with 'velha' (old woman) as it can be offensive if used incorrectly.

English speakers use 'vein' similarly (e.g., 'in the same vein'), but Portuguese uses it more frequently to describe personality traits.

As Veias Abertas da América Latina (book by Eduardo Galeano) Veia de Artista (common phrase in Brazilian media) Sangue na Veia (popular song title)

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실제 사용 상황

Medical

tirar sangue
encontrar a veia
veia entupida
soro na veia

Artistic

veia criativa
veia poética
veia de pintor
veia de mestre

Sports

veias saltadas
vascularização
esporte na veia
adrenalina na veia

Geology

veia de quartzo
veia de minério
veia de prata
veia de ouro

Personality

veia rebelde
veia autoritária
veia cômica
veia de família

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"Você acha que tem uma veia artística para alguma coisa?"

"Na sua família, existe alguma veia de talento que todos compartilham?"

"Você já teve dificuldade para um enfermeiro encontrar sua veia?"

"O que significa para você ter algo 'correndo nas veias'?"

"Você prefere pessoas que têm uma veia cômica ou uma veia mais séria?"

일기 주제

Descreva um talento que você acredita estar na sua veia desde criança.

Escreva sobre uma vez que você viu alguém com uma veia de liderança muito forte.

Relate uma experiência em um hospital onde a palavra 'veia' foi usada.

Como você descreveria a sua 'veia' de personalidade principal?

Imagine que você encontrou uma veia de ouro. O que você faria?

자주 묻는 질문

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No, it is used for mineral deposits (vein of gold) and figuratively for talents or character traits (artistic vein).

You say 'veias varicosas' or simply 'varizes'.

Yes, especially if the style is a natural part of the person's work. 'Uma veia irônica' means an ironic style/streak.

It means something is intense, authentic, or that someone is very good at it. Like 'Rock na veia!'.

It is always feminine: a veia, as veias.

VAY-yah. The 'ei' is a diphthong like in the English word 'pay'.

The plural is 'veias'.

No, that is 'velha'. They sound similar but are different words.

The meaning is the same, but the 'e' in 'veia' can sound slightly more open or closed depending on the regional accent.

It is the large vein that brings blood from the body back to the heart.

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