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Is the word encontros the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The spelling, meaning, and grammar of "encontros" are identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, vowels are generally more open and clearly articulated. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels undergo significant "reduction." For example, the unstressed "e" in "encontros" is often much shorter or nearly silent in Portugal, sounding more like a muffled "uh" sound.

Brazilian Portuguese

1. Nossos encontros no shopping são muito legais. (Our meetings at the mall are very cool.)
2. Eu gosto dos nossos encontros no parque. (I like our meetings/dates in the park.)
3. Marcamos encontros pelo celular. (We scheduled meetings via cell phone.)
4. Nossos encontros na estação de trem são rápidos. (Our meetings at the train station are quick.)
5. Nossos encontros no ônibus são tranquilos. (Our meetings on the bus are peaceful.)

Continental Portuguese

1. Os nossos encontros no centro comercial são muito fixes. (Our meetings at the shopping center are very cool.)
2. Eu gosto dos nossos encontros no jardim. (I like our meetings/dates in the garden.)
3. Marcámos encontros pelo telemóvel. (We scheduled meetings via mobile phone.)
4. Os nossos encontros na estação de comboio são rápidos. (Our meetings at the train station are quick.)
5. Os nossos encontros no autocarro são tranquilos. (Our meetings on the bus are peaceful.)