No. 2,482 in Portuguese
compromissos
"Compromissos" means "commitments" or "obligations" in English.
In a sentence
Tenho muitos compromissos esta semana.
I have many commitments this week.
In this context, 'compromissos' is used to refer to scheduled events, appointments, or obligations that the speaker has planned for the week.
Ele sempre honra seus compromissos.
He always honors his commitments.
Here, 'compromissos' is used to express promises or responsibilities that an individual upholds or fulfills.
Ela cancelou seus compromissos para descansar.
She canceled her appointments to rest.
In this sentence, 'compromissos' represents formal engagements or appointments that were scheduled but have been canceled.
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