O lixo
Example: O lixo acumulado na rua atrai muitos insetos durante o verão.
Definition
"O lixo" refers to waste material or garbage, typically unwanted or discarded items, that accumulate and are often disposed of. It includes household, commercial, or street refuse, such as the trash collected from streets or homes, which can attract insects if left unattended.
Translations
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the trash -
la basura -
het afval -
la brossa -
les ordures -
der Müll -
la spazzatura
Etymology
The term "o lixo" comes from Portuguese, where 'lixo' means refuse or trash. It likely derives from Latin roots related to waste or dirt. Did you know? In Portuguese-speaking countries, managing 'o lixo' is a significant public health concern, especially in warmer seasons when it attracts insects.
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