No. 855 in Portuguese
leitura
The act of reading.
In a sentence
A leitura de livros clássicos é muito enriquecedora.
The reading of classic books is very enriching.
In this sentence, 'leitura' refers to an activity, specifically the process of reading books.
Tenho leitura marcada com o grupo de literatura amanhã.
I have a scheduled reading session with the literature group tomorrow.
Here, 'leitura' signifies a reading event or a session where a text is read collectively or by individuals.
Sua leitura do poema foi emocionante.
Your reading of the poem was moving.
In this context, 'leitura' denotes the act of interpreting or reciting a poem, showcasing a personal or artistic rendition.
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