No. 1,705 in Portuguese
combustíveis
Fuels.
In a sentence
Os combustíveis fósseis são uma das principais fontes de energia do mundo.
Fossil fuels are one of the main energy sources in the world.
Here, 'combustíveis' is used to describe substances like coal or oil that are used for energy.
Precisamos buscar alternativas sustentáveis aos combustíveis tradicionais.
We need to seek sustainable alternatives to traditional fuels.
In this instance, 'combustíveis' refers to conventional energy sources such as gasoline and natural gas.
A indústria de combustíveis está investindo em tecnologias mais limpas.
The fuel industry is investing in cleaner technologies.
Here, 'combustíveis' refers to the industry or sector associated with the production and distribution of fuel.
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