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

Yes

The spelling, meaning, and grammatical classification of "rivalidade" are identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference lies in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels tend to be more open, and the rhythm is more syllable-timed. In Continental Portuguese, the vowels are often more closed or reduced (for example, the final "e" is often nearly silent or pronounced as a very short [ɨ]), and the rhythm is more stress-timed.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. A rivalidade entre os times de futebol é enorme. (The rivalry between the football teams is huge.)
2. Existe uma rivalidade constante entre os dois irmãos. (There is a constant rivalry between the two brothers.)
3. A rivalidade no ambiente de trabalho pode ser prejudicial. (Rivalry in the work environment can be harmful.)
4. Eles possuem uma rivalidade histórica entre suas famílias. (They possess a historical rivalry between their families.)
5. O jogo de hoje vai aumentar a rivalidade entre os torcedores. (Today's game will increase the rivalry between the fans.)

European Portuguese Examples

1. A rivalidade entre as equipas de futebol é imensa. (The rivalry between the football teams is immense.)
2. Há uma rivalidade muito grande entre estes dois clubes. (There is a very large rivalry between these two clubs.)
3. A rivalidade entre os vizinhos é algo que se nota. (The rivalry between the neighbors is something that is noticed.)
4. Eles mantêm uma rivalidade intensa no desporto. (They maintain an intense rivalry in sports.)
5. A rivalidade entre as escolas da região é muito forte. (The rivalry between the schools in the region is very strong.)