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A2 adjective #1,000 最常用 10分钟阅读

clara

前1,000

At the A1 level, you will use 'clara' primarily to describe colors and physical objects. You will learn it as the opposite of 'escura' (dark). For example, you might say 'Eu gosto de cores claras' (I like light colors) or 'A água é clara' (The water is clear). At this stage, the focus is on simple noun-adjective agreement. You should recognize that 'clara' is used for feminine nouns and 'claro' for masculine ones. You will also encounter 'clara' in the kitchen when learning food vocabulary, specifically 'clara de ovo' (egg white). The goal is to use the word to make basic descriptions of your environment and preferences. You don't need to worry about abstract meanings yet; just focus on light vs. dark and transparent vs. opaque in a very literal sense.

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'clara' to describe communication and weather. You might say 'A explicação do professor foi clara' (The teacher's explanation was clear) or 'Hoje a manhã está clara' (Today the morning is clear/bright). You are moving beyond simple physical descriptions into basic social interactions. You will also learn to use 'clara' in common phrases like 'uma resposta clara' (a clear answer). This level requires you to be more consistent with gender agreement, ensuring that 'clara' always matches feminine nouns. You will also start to see the word in simple reading passages about nature or daily routines, where it adds descriptive detail to the narrative.

At the B1 level, 'clara' becomes a tool for expressing opinions and describing more complex situations. You will use it to discuss transparency in a metaphorical sense, such as 'uma situação clara' (a clear situation) or 'uma intenção clara' (a clear intention). You should be comfortable using the superlative form 'claríssima' to add emphasis. At this stage, you will also encounter the word in idiomatic expressions like 'às claras' (openly). You can use 'clara' to contrast different ideas, such as 'Embora a regra seja clara, a aplicação é difícil' (Although the rule is clear, the application is difficult). Your understanding of the word should now include its role in professional and social etiquette, where being 'clara' is valued.

At the B2 level, you use 'clara' with nuance and precision. You can distinguish between 'clara', 'nítida', and 'evidente' depending on the context. You will use the word in more formal writing, such as essays or reports, to describe 'evidência clara' (clear evidence) or 'uma visão clara' (a clear vision). You understand the subtle difference between 'uma luz clara' (a light that is bright) and 'uma cor clara' (a color that is light). You are also able to use the word in the context of personality and character, describing someone as having a 'personalidade clara' (a transparent/honest personality). At this level, you should be able to follow complex discussions where 'clara' is used to define the boundaries of an argument or a legal clause.

At the C1 level, you appreciate the stylistic and literary uses of 'clara'. You might encounter it in poetry or high-level prose where it is used to evoke specific moods or philosophical concepts of 'clarity' and 'enlightenment'. You understand how the word functions in legal and academic jargon, where 'linguagem clara' is a specific standard of accessibility. You can use 'clara' to describe complex abstract concepts like 'uma consciência clara' (a clear conscience) or 'uma distinção clara' (a clear distinction) between two philosophical theories. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker, and you can play with the word's placement for rhetorical effect, understanding the slight shift in emphasis when the adjective precedes the noun.

At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'clara' in all its forms, including its historical etymology and its role in the evolution of the Portuguese language. You can discuss the word's Latin roots ('clarus') and how it has branched into various meanings across different Romance languages. You are comfortable using the word in highly specialized fields, such as optics, law, or philosophy, with absolute precision. You can analyze the use of 'clara' in the works of great Lusophone authors like Camões or Machado de Assis, noting how the word contributes to the rhythm and imagery of the text. For you, 'clara' is not just a word, but a versatile tool for expressing the highest levels of human thought and observation.

开始练习例句笔记与提示

clara 30秒了解

Clara is a feminine adjective meaning clear, light, or bright, used for physical transparency and intellectual understanding.
It must agree with feminine nouns like 'água', 'ideia', or 'luz', unlike the masculine form 'claro'.
As a noun, 'clara' refers to the egg white, an essential term for cooking and recipes.
It is a foundational word for describing colors, weather, and the effectiveness of communication in Portuguese.

The Portuguese word clara is the feminine singular form of the adjective 'claro'. At its most fundamental level, it describes something that is luminous, easy to see through, or easy to understand. Because Portuguese is a gendered language, you will use clara whenever the noun you are describing is feminine. This word is incredibly versatile, spanning across physical descriptions, intellectual concepts, and even culinary terms. When you look at a bottle of mineral water, you might describe the liquid as clara because it is transparent and pure. When you look at the sky on a morning without clouds, the light is clara. Beyond the physical world, clara is the go-to word for intellectual transparency. If a teacher gives an explanation that leaves no room for doubt, that explanation is clara. It implies a lack of obstruction, whether that obstruction is physical dirt, shadows, or mental confusion.

Physical Appearance: Used to describe light colors, such as 'azul-clara' (light blue) or 'pele clara' (fair skin). It denotes a high level of reflectance or a lack of deep pigment.
Intellectual Clarity: Used when an idea, a speech, or a vision is distinct and unambiguous. 'Uma visão clara do futuro' means a clear vision of the future.
Culinary Noun: While primarily an adjective, 'clara' is also the noun for an egg white ('clara de ovo'), representing the transparent part of the egg before it is cooked.

A água do rio era tão clara que podíamos ver os peixes no fundo.

In social contexts, calling someone's speech clara is a high compliment in Portuguese culture, especially in professional or academic settings. It suggests that the person is articulate and honest. There is a strong cultural association between 'clarity' and 'truth'. If something is not clara, it is often viewed with suspicion or as being 'obscura' (obscure/dark). In Brazil and Portugal, you will hear this word daily, from the weather report describing a 'manhã clara' to a friend asking for a 'explicação clara' about why you are late. It is a foundational word that every learner must master to describe the world with precision.

Ela tem uma voz clara e potente que alcança todo o auditório.

A luz clara do sol entrava pela janela aberta.

Esta é uma situação clara de injustiça social.

Eu prefiro usar uma camiseta clara nos dias de muito calor.

Using clara correctly requires a solid understanding of Portuguese noun-adjective agreement. Since 'clara' is the feminine form, it must always accompany a feminine noun. If you are describing a masculine noun, you must switch to 'claro'. This is one of the most common hurdles for English speakers, as 'clear' and 'light' do not change form in English. Let's look at how this functions across different semantic domains. In the domain of colors, 'clara' acts as a modifier. For instance, 'uma parede verde-clara' (a light green wall). Notice how 'clara' agrees with 'parede' (feminine). If it were 'um carro verde-claro', it would agree with 'carro' (masculine).

Describing Weather and Light: 'A manhã estava clara e fresca.' (The morning was clear and cool.) Here, 'clara' describes the quality of the light and the lack of clouds. It sets a positive, energetic tone for the sentence.
Describing Communication: 'Sua mensagem foi muito clara.' (Your message was very clear.) In this context, 'clara' means easy to understand. It suggests that the communication was direct and effective.
Describing Liquids and Transparency: 'A sopa deve ser clara, não turva.' (The soup should be clear, not cloudy.) This refers to the visual transparency of the liquid.

Ela tem uma visão clara sobre os problemas da empresa.

Another important aspect of using clara is its placement. In Portuguese, adjectives usually follow the noun. 'Uma ideia clara' is the standard way to say 'a clear idea'. However, placing the adjective before the noun can sometimes add a poetic or emphatic touch, though this is less common with 'clara' than with other adjectives. Furthermore, 'clara' can be used in the superlative form: 'claríssima'. If something is 'claríssima', it is extremely clear or very light. For example, 'A intenção dele era claríssima' (His intention was extremely clear). This adds a layer of intensity to your description that is very common in spoken Portuguese.

A evidência é clara: precisamos mudar de estratégia.

A cor clara das paredes ajuda a iluminar o quarto.

You will encounter the word clara in almost every corner of Lusophone life. In the kitchen, it is an essential ingredient. If you are watching a Brazilian cooking show like 'MasterChef Brasil', you will constantly hear chefs talking about 'bater as claras' (beating egg whites) or 'separar a gema da clara' (separating the yolk from the white). This is perhaps the most concrete use of the word as a noun. In this context, it is always feminine because it refers to 'a clara'.

In the News and Media: Journalists use 'clara' to describe transparency in government or business. 'Uma gestão clara' (clear management) is a phrase often used to describe an administration that is honest and open with its data.
In Fashion and Design: When shopping for clothes in Lisbon or São Paulo, you might ask for a 'camisa de cor clara' (a light-colored shirt). Designers use it to discuss palettes and lighting effects in interior spaces.
In Academic and Legal Settings: Lawyers and professors emphasize the need for 'linguagem clara' (clear language) to ensure that laws and lessons are accessible to everyone. A 'sentença clara' is a court ruling that leaves no doubt about the judge's decision.

Para fazer o suspiro, você precisa de seis claras de ovo.

In everyday conversation, 'clara' is used to provide feedback. If you are explaining something to a Portuguese-speaking friend and they say 'Ficou clara a sua explicação' (Your explanation became clear), it means they have fully understood you. It is also used in the common expression 'às claras', which means 'openly' or 'in the light of day'. For example, 'Eles resolveram tudo às claras' (They resolved everything openly/without secrets). This idiomatic use highlights the cultural value placed on transparency and honesty. Whether you are at a beach in the Algarve looking at 'água clara' or in a boardroom in Luanda discussing a 'estratégia clara', this word is your key to describing precision and light.

The most frequent mistake learners make with clara is failing to observe gender agreement. Because English uses the word 'clear' for everything, learners often default to the masculine 'claro' even when the noun is feminine. For example, saying 'a água está claro' is grammatically incorrect; it must be 'a água está clara'. This error is particularly common when the adjective is separated from the noun by a verb like 'ser' or 'estar'.

Confusion with 'Limpo': Learners sometimes use 'clara' when they mean 'limpa' (clean). While 'água clara' is transparent, 'água limpa' is sanitary. You can have 'água clara' that is full of bacteria, or 'água turva' (cloudy) that is perfectly safe to drink. Use 'clara' for visual appearance and 'limpa' for hygiene.
Adverbial Confusion: In Portuguese, 'claro' is often used as an adverb meaning 'of course'. Learners sometimes try to feminize this to 'clara' when speaking to a woman. This is incorrect. As an interjection or adverb, it is always 'claro'. 'Você vai à festa?' 'Claro!' (Never 'Clara!').

Incorreto: A explicação foi claro.
Correto: A explicação foi clara.

Another nuance involves the difference between 'clara' and 'brilhante'. While 'clara' means light or clear, 'brilhante' means shiny or brilliant. If you want to say a light is very bright, 'uma luz clara' works, but 'uma luz brilhante' emphasizes the intensity and sparkle. Furthermore, be careful with the word 'transparente'. While 'água clara' is often transparent, 'clara' is a broader term. A 'camisa clara' is a light-colored shirt, but it is definitely not 'transparente' (unless it is very thin!). Understanding these boundaries will help you avoid sounding like a translation machine and more like a native speaker.

To enrich your Portuguese vocabulary, it is helpful to know words that are similar to clara but offer different shades of meaning. Depending on whether you are talking about light, transparency, or understanding, you might choose a more specific synonym. For instance, if you are describing a liquid that is so clear you can see right through it, cristalina is a beautiful alternative. It evokes the image of crystal and is often used to describe mountain streams or high-quality glass.

Transparente vs. Clara: 'Transparente' is more technical. It means light passes through without distortion. 'Clara' can mean transparent, but it can also just mean light-colored. A white wall is 'clara', but it is not 'transparente'.
Lúcida vs. Clara: When talking about a person's mind or an argument, 'lúcida' (lucid) is a powerful alternative. While 'uma ideia clara' is easy to understand, 'uma mente lúcida' suggests a high degree of intelligence, sanity, and awareness.
Alva vs. Clara: 'Alva' is a poetic word for 'very white' or 'pure'. You might see it in literature to describe 'nuvens alvas' (snow-white clouds). It is much more formal and artistic than 'clara'.

A água cristalina daquela ilha é famosa no mundo todo.

In the realm of logic, evidente (evident) or óbvia (obvious) are strong alternatives. If a truth is 'clara', it is easy to see. If it is 'evidente', it is so clear that it requires no proof. On the opposite side, the antonyms of 'clara' include escura (dark), turva (cloudy/muddy), confusa (confusing), and opaca (opaque). Choosing the right word depends on the 'flavor' of clarity you want to convey. For a beginner, 'clara' is the safe, all-purpose choice, but as you progress to B1 and B2 levels, incorporating words like 'nítida' (sharp/distinct) will make your Portuguese sound much more sophisticated.

How Formal Is It?

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中性

非正式

Child friendly

俚语

趣味小知识

The Latin root 'clarus' is also the ancestor of the English word 'clear' and the name 'Clarence'. In ancient Rome, 'clarus' was often used to describe noble or famous people, which is why we still use 'clarity' to describe high-quality thoughts today.

发音指南

UK /ˈkla.ɾɐ/

US /ˈkla.ɾə/

The stress is on the first syllable: CLA-ra.

押韵词

Cara Para Rara Tiara Arara Compara Separa Prepara

常见错误

Pronouncing the 'r' like an English 'r' (it should be a tap).
Making the final 'a' too long or stressed.
Pronouncing 'cl' as two distinct sounds instead of a blend.
Confusing the pronunciation with the English name 'Clara' (which often has a different 'a' sound).
Nasalizing the 'a' sounds unnecessarily.

难度评级

阅读 1/5

Very easy to recognize due to its similarity to 'clear' and 'Clara'.

写作 2/5

Requires attention to gender agreement with feminine nouns.

口语 2/5

The tapped 'r' sound can be tricky for English speakers.

听力 1/5

Easily understood in context, especially in the kitchen or weather reports.

接下来学什么

前置知识

Luz Água Cor Bom Dia

接下来学习

Escura Transparente Nítida Evidente Esclarecer

高级

Insofismável Cristalina Lúcida Clarividente Diáfana

需要掌握的语法

Gender Agreement

A mesa (fem) é clara. O livro (masc) é claro.

Plural Formation

As águas são claras.

Adjective Placement

Uma ideia clara (standard) vs. Uma clara ideia (emphatic).

Superlative Formation

A intenção é claríssima.

Compound Color Agreement

Uma blusa azul-clara.

按水平分级的例句

A camiseta é clara.

The t-shirt is light-colored.

Camiseta is feminine, so we use clara.

Eu bebo água clara.

I drink clear water.

Água is feminine.

A casa tem uma cor clara.

The house has a light color.

Cor is a feminine noun in Portuguese.

A gema é amarela e a clara é branca.

The yolk is yellow and the white is white.

Here 'clara' is used as a noun meaning egg white.

A luz está clara.

The light is bright.

Luz is feminine.

Ela tem a pele clara.

She has fair skin.

Pele is feminine.

A sala é muito clara.

The room is very bright.

Sala is feminine.

A lua está clara hoje.

The moon is bright today.

Lua is feminine.

A sua explicação foi muito clara.

Your explanation was very clear.

Explicação is feminine.

A manhã estava clara e sem nuvens.

The morning was clear and cloudless.

Manhã is feminine.

Eu preciso de uma resposta clara.

I need a clear answer.

Resposta is feminine.

A voz dela é muito clara no telefone.

Her voice is very clear on the phone.

Voz is feminine.

A regra do jogo é bem clara.

The rule of the game is quite clear.

Regra is feminine.

Nós vimos uma estrela clara no céu.

We saw a bright star in the sky.

Estrela is feminine.

A água da piscina está clara hoje.

The pool water is clear today.

Piscina is feminine.

Ela escreveu uma mensagem clara.

She wrote a clear message.

Mensagem is feminine.

Eles resolveram a situação às claras.

They resolved the situation openly.

Idiomatic expression 'às claras'.

A intenção dela ficou clara para todos.

Her intention became clear to everyone.

Intenção is feminine.

Esta é uma clara violação do contrato.

This is a clear violation of the contract.

Violação is feminine.

A diferença entre as duas opções é clara.

The difference between the two options is clear.

Diferença is feminine.

Bata as claras em castelo para o bolo.

Beat the egg whites into peaks for the cake.

Claras is used as a plural noun here.

Ela tem uma visão clara do seu futuro.

She has a clear vision of her future.

Visão is feminine.

A evidência era clara demais para ignorar.

The evidence was too clear to ignore.

Evidência is feminine.

A luz clara do dia nos ajudou a encontrar o caminho.

The bright daylight helped us find the way.

Luz is feminine.

A proposta apresenta uma estrutura clara e lógica.

The proposal presents a clear and logical structure.

Estrutura is feminine.

Houve uma clara melhoria no desempenho da equipe.

There was a clear improvement in the team's performance.

Melhoria is feminine.

A distinção entre os dois conceitos não é clara.

The distinction between the two concepts is not clear.

Distinção is feminine.

Ela manteve uma consciência clara durante o processo.

She maintained a clear conscience during the process.

Consciência is feminine.

A política da empresa é clara quanto ao assédio.

The company policy is clear regarding harassment.

Política is feminine.

A imagem na tela estava nítida e clara.

The image on the screen was sharp and clear.

Imagem is feminine.

Sua voz soou clara apesar do barulho ao redor.

Her voice sounded clear despite the surrounding noise.

Voz is feminine.

A água da represa está menos clara este ano.

The dam water is less clear this year.

Água is feminine.

A autora utiliza uma prosa clara e despojada.

The author uses a clear and stripped-down prose.

Prosa is feminine.

É necessária uma separação clara entre Igreja e Estado.

A clear separation between Church and State is necessary.

Separação is feminine.

A decisão do juiz foi baseada em uma lógica clara.

The judge's decision was based on clear logic.

Lógica is feminine.

A transparência clara das águas revelava os corais.

The clear transparency of the waters revealed the corals.

Transparência is feminine.

Ela possui uma compreensão clara das nuances políticas.

She has a clear understanding of political nuances.

Compreensão is feminine.

A luz clara da verdade pode ser dolorosa às vezes.

The clear light of truth can be painful sometimes.

Luz is feminine.

O relatório oferece uma análise clara dos riscos.

The report offers a clear analysis of the risks.

Análise is feminine.

A definição clara de objetivos é vital para o sucesso.

The clear definition of objectives is vital for success.

Definição is feminine.

A fenomenologia busca uma intuição clara da essência.

Phenomenology seeks a clear intuition of essence.

Intuição is feminine.

Sua retórica era clara, porém carregada de simbolismo.

His rhetoric was clear, yet loaded with symbolism.

Retórica is feminine.

A obra reflete uma clara ruptura com o passado.

The work reflects a clear break with the past.

Ruptura is feminine.

A clareza clara do cristal de rocha é inigualável.

The clear clarity of rock crystal is unmatched.

Clareza is feminine.

O tratado estabelece uma demarcação clara de fronteiras.

The treaty establishes a clear demarcation of borders.

Demarcação is feminine.

A luz clara do amanhecer banhava a planície alentejana.

The clear dawn light bathed the Alentejo plain.

Luz is feminine.

Havia uma clara dissonância entre o discurso e a prática.

There was a clear dissonance between speech and practice.

Dissonância is feminine.

A articulação clara das ideias é o cerne da filosofia.

The clear articulation of ideas is the core of philosophy.

Articulação is feminine.

常见搭配

Água clara

Cor clara

Voz clara

Ideia clara

Luz clara

Pele clara

Explicação clara

Visão clara

Resposta clara

Manhã clara

常用短语

Às claras

Clara de ovo

Ficou clara

Em letras claras

Uma coisa clara

Verde-clara

Linguagem clara

Evidência clara

Mente clara

Regra clara

容易混淆的词

clara vs Claro

This is the masculine form. Use it for masculine nouns like 'o dia' or 'o céu'.

clara vs Limpa

Means 'clean'. Something can be 'clara' (transparent) but not 'limpa' (hygienic).

clara vs Branca

Means 'white'. A 'clara de ovo' is transparent when raw, but 'branca' when cooked.

习语与表达

"Pôr as coisas às claras"

To clarify a situation or reveal the truth about something hidden.

Precisamos pôr as coisas às claras de uma vez por todas.

Informal/Neutral

"Ver as coisas às claras"

To see things as they really are, without illusions.

Agora eu vejo as coisas às claras e sei que errei.

Neutral

"Falar às claras"

To speak honestly and directly without beating around the bush.

Gosto de pessoas que falam às claras.

Neutral

"Clara como a água"

Something that is extremely obvious or easy to understand.

A explicação foi clara como a água.

Informal

"À luz clara do dia"

Something done openly or something that is very obvious.

O roubo aconteceu à luz clara do dia.

Neutral

"Deixar as coisas claras"

To make sure everyone understands the terms or the situation.

Vou deixar as coisas claras antes de começarmos.

Neutral

"Ter uma ideia clara"

To fully understand a concept or have a plan.

Eu não tenho uma ideia clara de como chegar lá.

Neutral

"Em plena luz clara"

In plain sight or during the brightest part of the day.

Eles se encontraram em plena luz clara.

Neutral

"Uma clara vantagem"

A distinct and obvious benefit over others.

Ele tem uma clara vantagem nesta competição.

Neutral

"Fazer-se clara"

To make oneself understood (often used for ideas or voices).

A voz dela fez-se clara no meio da multidão.

Formal

容易混淆

clara vs Claridade

Both relate to light.

'Clara' is an adjective (clear/light), while 'claridade' is a noun (the state of being bright/light).

A clara luz do sol traz muita claridade ao quarto.

clara vs Clareza

Both relate to understanding.

'Clara' describes the thing (a clear idea), while 'clareza' is the abstract noun (the clarity of the idea).

A sua explicação clara trouxe clareza ao assunto.

clara vs Lúcida

Both mean clear-headed.

'Clara' is more general; 'lúcida' specifically refers to mental state and sanity.

Ela estava lúcida e deu uma resposta clara.

clara vs Nítida

Both mean easy to see.

'Nítida' focuses on sharpness and focus; 'clara' focuses on light and transparency.

A imagem está nítida e a cor está clara.

clara vs Transparente

Both mean see-through.

'Transparente' is a physical property; 'clara' can be a color or an intellectual quality.

O vidro é transparente, mas a cortina é apenas clara.

句型

A [noun] é clara.

A água é clara.

Eu tenho uma [noun] clara.

Eu tenho uma ideia clara.

A [noun] ficou clara para [person].

A situação ficou clara para mim.

É uma clara [noun] de [concept].

É uma clara evidência de sucesso.

A [noun] apresenta uma estrutura clara.

A tese apresenta uma estrutura clara.

Sob a luz clara de [concept]...

Sob a luz clara da razão...

Eu gosto de [noun] clara.

Eu gosto de cerveja clara.

A [noun] não está clara.

A regra não está clara.

词族

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如何使用

frequency

Extremely high in both spoken and written Portuguese.

常见错误

A água está claro. → A água está clara.
Água is a feminine noun, so the adjective must be feminine.
Eu quero uma clara de ovo. → Eu quero a clara do ovo.
While 'uma clara' is okay, usually we refer to it as 'a clara' or 'as claras' in recipes.
Sua voz é muito claro. → Sua voz é muito clara.
Voz is feminine in Portuguese.
A explicação foi muito confuso. → A explicação foi muito clara (or confusa).
If you meant clear, use clara. If you meant confusing, use confusa. Both must be feminine.
Clara! Eu vou com você. → Claro! Eu vou com você.
The interjection for 'Of course' is always masculine 'Claro'.

小贴士

Gender Check

Always check if the noun is feminine. If it's 'a água', use 'clara'. If it's 'o vinho', use 'claro'.

Kitchen Tip

In recipes, 'claras' usually refers to egg whites. 'Claras em castelo' are whipped egg whites.

The Tapped R

The 'r' in 'clara' is short. Don't roll it like in Spanish or growl it like in French.

Be Specific

While 'clara' is great, try using 'cristalina' for water or 'nítida' for photos to sound more advanced.

Openness

Use 'às claras' when you want to emphasize that something is being done honestly and without secrets.

Weather Talk

Use 'clara' to describe a bright, sunny morning. It sounds more poetic than just saying 'sol'.

Mnemonic

Associate 'clara' with 'Clara' the girl who has a 'clear' view of the world.

Adverb Alert

Never say 'Clara!' to mean 'Of course!'. It is always 'Claro!'.

Color Modifiers

When combining colors, like 'verde-clara', only the second part usually changes for gender in some contexts, but 'clara' here follows the noun.

Social Nuance

In Brazil, 'pele clara' is a common descriptor, but always use it neutrally to avoid unintended connotations.

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of a 'Clear' window that belongs to a girl named 'Clara'. Since it's her window, it's 'clara' (feminine).

视觉联想

Imagine a glass of water so clear you can see a bright white egg white (clara) at the bottom of it.

Word Web

Luz Água Ideia Cor Ovo Voz Manhã Verdade

挑战

Try to find five feminine nouns in your house and describe them using 'clara' (e.g., a mesa clara, a cortina clara).

词源

The word 'clara' comes from the Latin 'clarus', which meant 'clear, bright, distinct, or renowned'. It has been a part of the Portuguese language since its early development from Vulgar Latin.

原始含义： Bright, shining, or famous.

Romance (Indo-European)

文化背景

When describing skin color ('pele clara'), be aware of the social context, as color terminology can be sensitive in Brazil's complex racial landscape.

English speakers often use 'clear' for both masculine and feminine concepts, so they must consciously remember to use 'clara' for feminine nouns in Portuguese.

Santa Clara (Saint Clare of Assisi), a major religious figure. Clara Nunes, a famous Brazilian samba singer. The song 'Clara' by various Brazilian artists.

在生活中练习

真实语境

Cooking

Bater as claras
Clara de ovo
Separar a clara
Claras em neve

Weather

Manhã clara
Noite clara
Luz clara
Céu de cor clara

Communication

Explicação clara
Mensagem clara
Resposta clara
Ideia clara

Fashion

Roupa clara
Cor clara
Camiseta clara
Tonalidade clara

Nature

Água clara
Fonte clara
Vista clara
Areia clara

对话开场白

"Você prefere roupas de cor clara ou escura no verão?"

"A explicação do guia turístico foi clara para você?"

"Você acha que a água desta praia está clara o suficiente para mergulhar?"

"Qual é a sua visão clara para o futuro da nossa empresa?"

"Você sabe como separar a clara da gema sem quebrar o ovo?"

日记主题

Descreva uma manhã clara que você viveu recentemente e como se sentiu.

Escreva sobre uma situação que não estava clara e como você a resolveu.

Quais são as cores claras que você mais gosta de usar na sua casa?

Pense em uma pessoa que tem uma voz clara. Como isso afeta a comunicação dela?

Escreva uma receita simples que use claras de ovo como ingrediente principal.

常见问题

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Yes, but it's more common to say someone is 'transparente' or 'direta'. However, you can say someone has a 'personalidade clara' to mean they are honest and easy to read.

No, it is also a noun meaning 'egg white'. For example: 'Eu só como a clara do ovo'.

You say 'azul-claro' if describing a masculine noun, or 'azul-clara' if describing a feminine noun. Example: 'Uma camisa azul-clara'.

'Clara' refers to transparency or light color. 'Limpa' refers to being clean or free of dirt. A river can have 'água clara' but be polluted.

No, you must always use the masculine form 'claro' as an adverb or interjection, regardless of your gender or the person you are speaking to.

It is an idiom meaning 'openly' or 'publicly'. For example: 'Eles discutiram o contrato às claras'.

Yes, it is a very popular female name in Portugal and Brazil, meaning 'bright' or 'clear'.

Simply add an 's' to make 'claras'. Example: 'As explicações foram claras'.

Yes, a 'voz clara' is a voice that is easy to hear and understand.

The most common opposites are 'escura' (dark), 'turva' (cloudy), or 'confusa' (confusing).