No. 1,737 in Portuguese
dono
Owner.
In a sentence
O dono da loja é muito simpático.
The owner of the store is very friendly.
Here, 'dono' denotes the possessor or owner of the shop, used as a noun referring to the authority or responsibility relationship with a particular property.
Ele é o dono dessa ideia inovadora.
He is the owner of this innovative idea.
In this sentence, 'dono' metaphorically represents the originator or author of an idea, illustrating the expression of ownership beyond physical objects, exploring intellectual or creative property.
Os donos dos animais devem cuidar bem deles.
The owners of the animals should take good care of them.
Here, 'donos' is in its plural form, referencing people who have possession or responsibility over animals, emphasizing their role in ensuring well-being of the animals under their care.
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