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

Yes

The spelling, meaning, and grammar of "proposta" are identical in both varieties. The differences are limited to pronunciation:

• Brazilian Portuguese: The vowels are generally more open and the rhythm is more melodic/syllable-timed. The "o" is clearly articulated.
• Continental Portuguese: The vowels are more closed and reduced. Unstressed vowels are often "swallowed" or shortened, making the word sound more clipped.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples:

1. "Eu vou fazer uma proposta para o projeto." (I am going to make a proposal for the project.)
2. "A proposta de casamento foi muito bonita." (The marriage proposal was very beautiful.)
3. "Eles aceitaram a proposta de compra." (They accepted the purchase proposal.)
4. "Essa proposta é muito boa para a nossa empresa." (This proposal is very good for our company.)
5. "Você já leu a proposta que eu te enviei?" (Have you already read the proposal I sent you?)

Portuguese (Continental) Examples:

1. "Estou a fazer uma proposta para o projeto." (I am making a proposal for the project.)
2. "A proposta de casamento foi lindíssima." (The marriage proposal was extremely beautiful.)
3. "Aceitaram a proposta de compra." (They accepted the purchase proposal.)
4. "Esta proposta é bastante boa para a nossa empresa." (This proposal is quite good for our company.)
5. "Já leste a proposta que te enviei?" (Have you read the proposal I sent you?)