No. 2,134 in Portuguese
jogada
A "jogada" is a "move" or "play" in games, sports, or strategic actions.
In a sentence
Aquela jogada no futebol garantiu a vitória do time.
That play in soccer secured the team's victory.
The word 'jogada' is used to describe a specific move or play made during a game.
Essa oferta especial foi uma jogada inteligente de marketing.
This special offer was a smart marketing move.
Here, 'jogada' metaphorically represents a strategic decision or action in a non-sport context.
Ele armou uma jogada para resolver o problema rapidamente.
He devised a strategy to solve the problem quickly.
In this sentence, 'jogada' implies a premeditated plan or strategy to achieve a goal.
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