This is the 9912th most frequent Portuguese word.
desmoronamento
"Desmoronamento" means "collapse" or "crumbling" in English, referring to the breaking or falling apart of a structure.
In this sentence, 'desmoronamento' refers to a physical phenomenon where a slope collapses due to natural causes such as rain.
O desmoronamento da encosta aconteceu após fortes chuvas.
The landslide of the slope occurred after heavy rains.
Here, 'desmoronamento' is used to describe the physical collapse or deterioration of buildings or structures due to age or poor maintenance.
O desmoronamento das antigas estruturas no centro da cidade exige intervenção urgente.
The collapse of the old structures in the city center requires urgent intervention.
This usage of 'desmoronamento' is metaphorical, describing the loss or breakdown of trust in a situation or endeavor.