This is the 4731st most frequent Portuguese word.
embalagem
"Embalagem" means "packaging" or "wrapping" in English.
In this sentence, 'embalagem' refers to the decorative wrapping or cover used to present a gift.
A embalagem do presente estava muito bonita.
The wrapping of the gift was very beautiful.
Here, 'embalagens' refers to containers or materials used to encase products for marketing and usage.
É importante reduzir o uso de embalagens plásticas para proteger o meio ambiente.
It is important to reduce the use of plastic packaging to protect the environment.
In this context, 'embalagem' refers to the protective package used to deliver products safely.