No. 2,137 in Portuguese
largada
"Start" or "beginning," often used in the context of a race or competition.
In a sentence
A largada da corrida foi emocionante.
The start of the race was exciting.
In this sentence, 'largada' refers to the starting point or the act of beginning a race, commonly used in sports contexts.
O sinal foi dado e a largada aconteceu rapidamente.
The signal was given and the start happened quickly.
Here, 'largada' is used to indicate the moment when an action or event commences, emphasizing the event's initiation.
A largada atrasada causou confusão entre os competidores.
The delayed start caused confusion among the competitors.
This usage of 'largada' highlights its role in denoting the initial action or beginning of the competition, with a focus on the timing.
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