No. 2,515 in Portuguese
desgaste
Wear, erosion, or deterioration.
In a sentence
O desgaste no equipamento foi causado pelo uso contínuo.
The wear on the equipment was caused by continuous use.
Here, 'desgaste' refers to deterioration or damage to the equipment caused by prolonged usage, indicating a physical effect.
O desgaste emocional depois da discussão foi evidente.
The emotional exhaustion after the discussion was evident.
In this case, 'desgaste' translates to emotional strain or fatigue, pointing to a psychological impact.
A longo prazo, o desgaste nas relações pode ser prejudicial.
In the long term, wear and tear in relationships can be harmful.
Here, 'desgaste' describes strain or stress in interpersonal connections over time, implying figurative deterioration.
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