No. 2,476 in Portuguese
companhias
"Companhias" means "companies" or "companions" in English, depending on the context.
In a sentence
As companhias aéreas estão oferecendo descontos para viagens internacionais.
The airlines are offering discounts for international trips.
Here, 'companhias' refers to 'airlines', indicating companies providing transportation services.
Gosto de estar na companhia dos meus amigos durante o fim de semana.
I enjoy being in the company of my friends during the weekend.
In this usage, 'companhia' implies the presence or company of someone, particularly friends.
Leio sobre as companhias de teatro locais no jornal semanal.
I read about the local theater companies in the weekly newspaper.
Here, 'companhias' pertains to theater groups or organizations specializing in performing arts.
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