No. 804 in Portuguese
negócio
"Negócio" means "business" or "deal" in English.
In a sentence
O negócio dele está indo muito bem este ano.
His business is doing very well this year.
Here, 'negócio' refers to a business or enterprise that someone runs or owns.
Podemos resolver este negócio de forma amigável.
We can resolve this matter amicably.
Here, 'negócio' refers to a matter or affair that requires resolution or attention.
Tem um negócio estranho acontecendo lá fora.
There is something strange happening outside.
Here, 'negócio' is used colloquially to refer to 'something' or a situation that is unspecified or unusual.
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