O atraso
Example: O atraso do ônibus fez todos chegarem tarde.
Definition
"O atraso" refers to the delay or lateness of an event or action, often causing someone or something to arrive or happen later than expected. For example, in the phrase "O atraso do ônibus fez todos chegarem tarde," it indicates the bus's delay causing everyone to arrive late.
Etymology
The Portuguese term "o atraso" comes from the verb "atrasar," which means to delay or be late. This verb itself originates from the prefix 'a-' and the noun 'tras' meaning 'behind,' literally suggesting something happening behind schedule or later than planned.
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