equívoco

equívoco

Mistake or misunderstanding.

In this sentence, 'equívoco' is used to denote a mistake or error, often unintentional.

Este resultado é um equívoco, pois houve um erro nos cálculos.

This result is a misunderstanding, as there was an error in the calculations.

Here, 'equívoco' refers to a misconception or wrong assumption about the timing of the meeting.

Foi um equívoco pensar que a reunião seria às oito horas.

It was a misunderstanding to think the meeting would be at eight o'clock.

In this context, 'equívoco' is used to describe a widespread inaccurate belief or idea.

Há um equívoco comum de que este lugar é sempre cheio.

There is a common misconception that this place is always crowded.