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

Yes

The word "sobraram" is identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese in terms of spelling, grammar, and meaning. The only difference is in pronunciation. In Brazil, the vowels tend to be more open and the rhythm is more musical. In Portugal, the unstressed vowels are more "closed" or reduced, often sounding much shorter or almost swallowed compared to the Brazilian pronunciation.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. Sobraram muitos doces na festa. (Many sweets were left over from the party.)
2. Só sobraram duas cadeiras para os convidados. (Only two chairs were left for the guests.)
3. Sobraram alguns minutos antes do fim da aula. (A few minutes were left before the end of class.)
4. Sobraram muitas dúvidas após a explicação. (Many doubts remained after the explanation.)
5. Sobraram alguns trocados no meu bolso. (Some change was left in my pocket.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

1. Sobraram muitos doces da festa. (Many sweets were left over from the party.)
2. Só sobraram duas cadeiras para os convidados. (Only two chairs were left for the guests.)
3. Restaram apenas alguns minutos antes do fim da aula. (Only a few minutes remained before the end of class.)
4. Sobraram muitas dúvidas após a explicação. (Many doubts remained after the explanation.)
5. Sobraram uns trocos no meu bolso. (Some change was left in my pocket.)