How to Say ‘The work’ in Portuguese
O trabalho
oo trah-bah-lyoo
[oo trah-bah-lyoo]
💬 Usage Tip: Definite article 'o' makes it specific.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Work is a central topic in professional networks.
Phrase Breakdown
O
[oo]
The work
Referring to tasks or duties that a person is engaged in, usually for earning money.
O trabalho realizado no evento foi excelente.
The work done at the event was excellent.
trabalho
[trah-bah-lyoo]
Work
The tasks or activities that a person engages in to earn a livelihood.
O trabalho no evento foi bem coordenado.
The work at the event was well coordinated.
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