No. 3,767 in Portuguese
bank
"Bank" in Portuguese can mean **"bench"** or **"bank (financial institution)"** depending on the context.
In a sentence
Eu preciso ir ao banco para sacar dinheiro.
I need to go to the bank to withdraw money.
Here, 'bank' refers to a financial institution where individuals manage their money and perform transactions.
O banco do rio está coberto de árvores.
The river bank is covered with trees.
In this context, 'bank' denotes the land alongside a river, emphasizing its geographical meaning.
Ele se sentou no banco da praça para descansar.
He sat on the bench in the square to rest.
In this sentence, 'bank' is used metaphorically to describe a seat or bench, showcasing the term's versatile application.
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