This is the 12320th most frequent Portuguese word.
sedimento
"Sedimento" in English means "sediment," referring to particles or matter that settle at the bottom of a liquid.
Here, 'sedimento' is used as a scientific term referring to accumulated particles, rocks, and organic material.
O sedimento no fundo do rio revelou fósseis antigos.
The sediment at the bottom of the river revealed ancient fossils.
In this sentence, 'sedimento' refers to loose material such as soil or debris carried by rain or water onto an area.
Após a forte chuva, muito sedimento foi trazido para o terreno.
After the heavy rain, a lot of sediment was brought to the land.
In this example, 'sedimento' denotes the deposits of particles at the bottom of a tank, emphasizing the need for cleaning or maintenance.