etc

etc

"Etc" in Portuguese means "and so on" or "and other similar things."

Here, 'etc' is used to signify that the list of fruits is not exhaustive and suggests other similar items can be included.

Eu gosto de frutas como maçã, banana, uva, etc.

I like fruits such as apple, banana, grape, etc.

In this case, 'etc' indicates that the objects purchased for the office extend beyond those listed.

Eles compraram livros, canetas, papéis, etc., para o escritório.

They bought books, pens, papers, etc., for the office.

Here, 'etc' emphasizes that other materials apart from those mentioned can be utilized in construction.

Você pode usar materiais como alumínio, plástico, madeira, etc., na sua construção.

You can use materials such as aluminum, plastic, wood, etc., in your construction.