How to Say ‘Ecosystem’ in Portuguese
O ecossistema
oo eh-koh-sees-TEH-mah
[oo eh-koh-sees-TEH-mah]
💬 Usage Tip: Note the use of 'o' to specify a particular ecosystem.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Portuguese people take pride in their natural reserves and oceanic ecosystems.
Phrase Breakdown
O
[oo]
The
Definite article used before a singular masculine noun.
O ecossistema tropical é fascinante.
The tropical ecosystem is fascinating.
ecossistema
[eh-koh-sees-TEH-mah]
Ecosystem
A system formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their physical environment.
O ecossistema está em perigo devido às alterações climáticas.
The ecosystem is in danger due to climate change.
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