This is the 1242nd most frequent Portuguese word.
quadra
"Quadra" in Portuguese means "block," "court," or "verse stanza," depending on the context.
Here, 'quadra' refers to a sports court, commonly used for playing games like basketball or volleyball.
Eu joguei basquete na quadra da escola ontem.
I played basketball on the school court yesterday.
In this context, 'quadra' implies an open area designated for recreational activities, often in a residential setting.
As crianças brincaram na quadra do condomínio durante a tarde.
The children played in the condominium's playground during the afternoon.
In this example, 'quadra' denotes a numbered residential block within a neighborhood or city.