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Definition of paranaiba
paranaiba
/ˌpɑːrənɑːˈiːbə/
Pa · ra · na · i · ba
paranaiba Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in southeastern and central-western Brazil that flows westward to join the Grande River, forming the Paraná River.
Example
"The Paranaíba is a crucial source of hydroelectric power for the surrounding regions in Brazil."
2
A municipality located in the eastern part of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul in Brazil.
Example
"Agriculture and cattle raising remain the primary economic activities in Paranaíba."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From the Tupi-Guarani language, combining 'paraná' (river) and 'aíba' or 'íba' (bad). The name roughly translates to 'bad river', referring to the numerous rapids and waterfalls that historically made its navigation treacherous.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Paranaiba. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/paranaiba