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-al[ˈaw]
suffix
A suffix added to words to indicate that something is of or pertaining to the root word.

“Indústria + -al torna-se industrial.”

Industry + -al becomes industrial.

Also means
  1. -al (of or pertaining to)
  2. forms synonyms of adjectives containing the suffix -ico
  3. -al

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-ar[ˈa(ʁ)]
suffix
A common suffix used to create verbs from nouns or adjectives, representing the first conjugation in Portuguese.

“Asfalto + -ar torna-se asfaltar.”

Asphalt + -ar becomes to asphalt.

Also means
  1. forms verbs from nouns or adjectives — forms regular first-conjugation verbs in the impersonal infinitive
  2. forms the first-person singular infinitive of first-conjugation verbs
  3. forms the third-person singular infinitive of first-conjugation verbs
  4. -ar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-io[ˈi.u]
suffix
A suffix added to verbs to create adjectives, often showing a tendency or inclination towards an action.

“escorregar + -io = escorregadio”

to slip + suffix = slippery

Also means
  1. -ive; -y (forms adjectives from verbs, indicating a tendency or inclination)
  2. -ive; -y

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-ota[ˈɔ.tɐ]
suffix
The feminine version of the suffix -ote, used to indicate diminutives or pejoratives.

“A menina é uma garota.”

The girl is a young girl.

Also means
  1. female equivalent of -ote

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-ote[ˈɔ.t͡ʃi]
suffix
A suffix added to words to show affection, small size, or to express contempt.

“filho + -ote → filhote”

child + -ote → puppy/cub

Also means
  1. forms diminutivenesss, i.e. words expressing affection or size
  2. forms pejoratives, i.e. words emphasizing contempt for a subject
  3. suffix for diminutives or pejoratives

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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aardvark[aʁ.d͡ʒiˈvaʁ.ki]
noun
An aardvark is a medium-sized, burrowing mammal native to Africa.

“O aardvark come principalmente formigas e cupins.”

The aardvark eats mainly ants and termites.

Also means
  1. aardvark (mammal)
  2. aardvark

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ab-[ˈa.bi]
prefix
A prefix used to indicate intensity, separation, or opposition.

“O prefixo ab- pode indicar uma separação.”

The prefix ab- can indicate a separation.

Also means
  1. ab- (expresses the idea of intensity, separation, opposition)
  2. ab-

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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abactinal[a.ba.ki.t͡ʃiˈnaw]
adj
Describing the area of a radially symmetrical animal, like a starfish, that is opposite to its mouth.

“A superfície abactinal da estrela-do-mar é a parte de cima.”

The abactinal surface of the starfish is the top part.

Also means
  1. abactinal (pertaining to the surface or end opposite to the mouth in a radiate animal)
  2. abactinal

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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abactor[a.bakˈtoʁ]
noun
A person who steals cattle.

“O abactor foi capturado pela polícia rural.”

The cattle thief was captured by the rural police.

Also means
  1. abactor (cattle thief)
  2. cattle thief

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acidose[a-ci-do-se]
noun
A medical condition where the blood becomes too acidic. It is a state of increased acidity in the blood.

“O paciente foi diagnosticado com acidose metabólica.”

The patient was diagnosed with metabolic acidosis.

Also means
  1. acidosis (an abnormally increased acidity of the blood)
  2. acidosis

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acinesia[a.si.neˈzi.ɐ]
noun
A medical term referring to the loss or impairment of the ability to control voluntary muscles.

“A acinesia pode ser observada em diversos distúrbios neurológicos.”

Akinesia can be observed in various neurological disorders.

Also means
  1. akinesia (loss of the ability to control muscles)
  2. akinesia

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acme[ˈa.ki.mi]
noun
The highest point, stage, or degree of something.

“O sucesso do projeto atingiu seu acme no ano passado.”

The success of the project reached its acme last year.

Also means
  1. acme (a high point)
  2. acme (crisis)
  3. acme

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acne[ˈa.ki.ni]
noun
A common skin condition that causes pimples and spots. It often appears on the face during adolescence.

“O adolescente tratou a acne com uma pomada recomendada pelo médico.”

The teenager treated the acne with an ointment recommended by the doctor.

Also means
  1. acne (a skin condition)
  2. acne (a pattern of blemishes resulting from the skin condition)
  3. acne

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acordar[a-cor-dar]
verb
to wake up
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acrobata[a.kɾoˈba.tɐ]
noun
A person who performs physical feats such as gymnastics or balancing acts.

“O acrobata fez um salto incrível no circo.”

The acrobat performed an incredible jump at the circus.

Also means
  1. acrobat (an athlete who performs acts requiring skill, agility and coordination)
  2. acrobat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acudir[a.kuˈd͡ʒi(ʁ)]
verb
To go to the aid of someone who needs assistance, especially in an emergency.

“Os vizinhos foram acudir a criança que caiu.”

The neighbors went to help the child who fell.

Also means
  1. to help

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adelantado[a.de.lɐ̃ˈta.du]
noun
A historical title for a governor of a Spanish province or a person leading a military expedition.

“O adelantado foi nomeado pela coroa espanhola.”

The adelantado was appointed by the Spanish crown.

Also means
  1. adelantado (governor of a Spanish province)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adenose[a.deˈnɔ.zi]
noun
A medical term for the benign swelling or enlargement of lymph glands.

“O médico diagnosticou uma leve adenose no paciente.”

The doctor diagnosed a slight adenosis in the patient.

Also means
  1. adenosis (benign swelling of lymph glands)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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admirar[a.d͡ʒi.miˈɾa(ʁ)]
verb
To look at someone or something with respect, or to value them highly.

“Admiro muito o seu esforço.”

I greatly admire your effort.

Also means
  1. to admire (to regard with wonder)
  2. to admire (to value highly)
  3. to be amazed (to marvel at)
  4. to admire

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adorar[a.doˈɾa(ʁ)]
verb
To feel a very strong affection for a person or to really enjoy something.

“Eu adoro artes clássicas!”

I love classical arts!

Also means
  1. to love (to have a great admiration or affection for something or someone)
  2. to adore, worship
  3. to love

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adrenal[a.dɾeˈnaw]
adj
Relating to the adrenal glands or the area near the kidneys.

“A glândula adrenal produz hormonas importantes.”

The adrenal gland produces important hormones.

Also means
  1. adrenal (near the kidney)
  2. adrenal (pertaining to adrenal glands)
  3. adrenal

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adulto[aˈduw.tu]
adj
A person or animal that is fully grown and mature.

“Ele já é um homem adulto.”

He is already an adult man.

Also means
  1. adult, grown-up
  2. adult

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adunco[aˈdũ.ku]
adj
Something that is bent or curved inward like a hook.

“A águia possui um bico adunco muito forte.”

The eagle has a very strong hooked beak.

Also means
  1. adunc (curved inward)
  2. hooked

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adverbial[a.d͡ʒi.veʁ.biˈaw]
adj
Something that relates to or functions as an adverb in a sentence.

“Esta frase tem uma função adverbial.”

This sentence has an adverbial function.

Also means
  1. adverbial (of or relating to an adverb)
  2. adverbial

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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aeroplano[aˌɛ.ɾoˈplɐ̃.nu]
noun
A vehicle that flies in the air with fixed wings. It is an older or more formal word for airplane.

“O aeroplano pousou com segurança no aeroporto.”

The airplane landed safely at the airport.

Also means
  1. airplane
  2. aeroplane

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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aeroporto[a-e-ro-POR-to]
noun
airport

“Nos encontramos no aeroporto às cinco.”

We meet at the airport at five.

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afirmar[a.fiʁˈma(ʁ)]
verb
To say that something is true or to declare something clearly. It can also mean to build a solid reputation.

“Ele precisa afirmar sua posição sobre o projeto.”

He needs to state his position on the project.

Also means
  1. to state; to declare; to affirm (to make a declaration)
  2. to confirm; to attest (to affirm to be correct, true or genuine)
  3. to consolidate (to make firm, secure)
  4. to earn one’s place; to rise (to earn a reputation or fame)
  5. to state

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ajaja[aˈʒa.ʒɐ]
noun
A bird with a flat bill, also known as a spoonbill.

“O ajaja é uma ave muito bonita.”

The spoonbill is a very beautiful bird.

Also means
  1. alternative form of ajajá
  2. spoonbill

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ajudar[a-zhu-dar]
verbo
to help

“Você pode me ajudar a carregar estas sacolas?”

Can you help me carry these bags?

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alar[aˈlaʁ]
adj
Relating to the wings of a bird or an insect.

“A estrutura alar permite o voo do pássaro.”

The alar structure allows the bird to fly.

Also means
  1. alar (relating to wings)
  2. alar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Alberto[awˈbɛʁ.tu]
name
A male given name of Germanic origin.

“Meu tio se chama Alberto.”

My uncle is named Alberto.

Also means
  1. a male given name from Proto-Germanic, equivalent to English Albert
  2. Albert

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Alessandra[a.leˈsɐ̃.dɾɐ]
name
A common name given to girls in Portuguese-speaking countries. It is the female version of the name Alessandro.

“A Alessandra é minha melhor amiga.”

Alessandra is my best friend.

Also means
  1. a female given name, masculine equivalent Alessandro
  2. a female given name

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Alessandro[a.leˈsɐ̃.dɾu]
name
A common name given to boys in Portuguese-speaking countries. It is the male version of the name Alessandra.

“O Alessandro trabalha nesta empresa.”

Alessandro works at this company.

Also means
  1. a male given name

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Alfândega[al-FÃ-de-ga]
noun
Customs

“Passamos pela alfândega sem problemas.”

We went through customs without problems.

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Alicate[ah-lee-KAH-chee]
noun
Pliers

“Use o alicate para apertar o fio.”

Use the pliers to tighten the wire.

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Almoço[al-mo-soh]
substantivo
Lunch

“O almoço de domingo é sempre especial.”

Sunday lunch is always special.

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alojamento[a-lo-zha-men-tu]
substantivo masculino
accommodation

“O nosso alojamento fica perto da estação central.”

Our accommodation is located near the central station.

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alto[ahl-too]
adjective
tall

“Ele é muito alto.”

He is very tall.

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altostratus[aw.tos.tɾaˈtu(j)s]
noun
A type of mid-level cloud layer. It is an alternative spelling for alto-estrato.

“As nuvens altostratus cobrem o céu antes da chuva.”

The altostratus clouds cover the sky before the rain.

Also means
  1. alternative form of alto-estrato
  2. altostratus

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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água[ah-gwah]
noun
water

“Eu preciso de água.”

I need water.

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