No. 444 in Portuguese
concurso
"Concurso" in Portuguese means "competition" or "contest."
In a sentence
Participarei de um concurso de fotografia.
I will participate in a photography contest.
Here, "concurso" refers to a competition or contest.
O concurso público será realizado no próximo mês.
The civil service exam will be held next month.
In this context, "concurso" means an official process or exam for public positions, commonly known as a public contest or examination.
Houve um concurso de ideias para melhorar a praça.
There was a contest of ideas to improve the square.
"Concurso" here indicates a call for ideas or proposals, showcasing a collaborative aspect.
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