A tarefa
Example: A tarefa de casa precisa ser entregue até sexta-feira.
Definition
"A tarefa" refers to a task or assignment, often related to school or work, that needs to be completed within a certain timeframe. For example, it can be a homework assignment that must be submitted by a specific deadline.
Etymology
The Portuguese word "a tarefa" comes from the Late Latin term 'taxare,' meaning to assess or impose a duty. Over time, it evolved to mean a specific job or duty assigned to someone. Did you know? The word is related to the English 'task,' both sharing similar Latin roots.
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