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Urubupunga

Urubupunga

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A waterfall on the Paraná River in Brazil with strong rapids and a power station
  • proper noun
translation icon : Urubupunga
  • The Urubupunga waterfall is a well-known location along the Paraná river.

Examples

  • The construction of the dam affected the natural flow of Urubupunga and its surrounding ecosystem.

  • The Urubupunga waterfall is breathtaking.

  • Many visitors are drawn to the scenic beauty of Urubupunga each year.

  • Have you ever visited Urubupunga?

  • Many visitors are drawn to the scenic beauty of Urubupunga each year.

  • The Urubupunga waterfall is a well-known location along the Paraná river.

  • The construction of the dam affected the natural flow of Urubupunga and its surrounding ecosystem.

Synonyms

Urubupunga Falls
vsUrubupunga
8.7

A waterfall on the Paraná River in Brazil

includes notable rapids and a hydroelectric plant at the location

Compounds

Urubupunga Falls
8.7

A waterfall on the Paraná River in Brazil

Surface Forms

Urubupunga main

Etymology

Urubupunga likely comes from a local indigenous language mixed with Portuguese. The first part urubu means 'vulture' in Portuguese and the ending punga works like a place-name, so a helpful way to remember the waterfall is as the 'place of vultures'.