No. 2,926 in Portuguese
lotomania
"Lotomania" is a type of lottery game in Brazil where players select numbers to win prizes.
In a sentence
Eu sempre compro um bilhete para a Lotomania nas quartas e nos sábados.
I always buy a ticket for the Lotomania on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
In this sentence, 'Lotomania' is being used as the name of a lottery game.
A Lotomania oferece prêmios muito altos para quem acerta todos os números.
The Lotomania offers very high prizes for those who guess all the numbers.
Here, 'Lotomania' is referenced as the lottery game that offers prizes.
Meus amigos estão animados para participar da Lotomania esta semana.
My friends are excited to participate in the Lotomania this week.
In this context, 'Lotomania' represents an activity that people participate in, the lottery game itself.
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