No. 621 in Portuguese
emergência
A situation requiring immediate action; an urgent crisis or unexpected event.
In a sentence
Há uma emergência médica no hospital.
There is a medical emergency at the hospital.
The term 'emergência' here refers to a critical situation requiring immediate attention, emphasizing its common usage in medical or crisis contexts.
Ele foi promovido devido à emergência de suas habilidades de liderança.
He was promoted due to the emergence of his leadership skills.
In this sentence, 'emergência' denotes the act of something becoming prominent or apparent, showcasing its use in metaphorical and developmental contexts.
O alarme tocou por causa de uma falsa emergência.
The alarm rang because of a false emergency.
Here, 'emergência' reflects a situation perceived as an emergency but ultimately unwarranted, illustrating the term's application in perceived situations of crisis.
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