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Setubal

Setubal

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A port city on the Atlantic coast of Portugal to the southeast of Lisbon
  • proper noun
: Setúbal
  • The industrial growth of Setubal has significantly boosted the region's economy.

Examples

  • Sailing from Lisbon to Setubal offers stunning views along Portugal's coastline.

  • I visited Setubal last summer.

  • We spent our summer vacation in Setubal, enjoying the beautiful beaches and seafood.

  • Have you ever been to Setubal?

  • Setubal, located on the ocean about 30 miles south of Lisbon, is best known for the 15th-century Igreja de Jesus, the first church built in the Manueline architectural style.

  • The picturesque town of Setubal attracts many visitors with its beautiful coastline and vibrant local culture.

  • While in Portugal, I visited Setubal to enjoy fresh seafood at the bustling harbor market.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Setubal probably comes from older Latin and Arabic names for the same town by the sea, showing the long history of different peoples in the area. So, thinking of Setubal as a long-standing 'port city' south of Lisbon helps you remember its coastal identity.