Vago
Example: Ele sempre foi um funcionário vago, evitando responsabilidades importantes.
Definition
"Vago" describes someone who is lazy or avoids work and responsibilities, often showing a lack of motivation or effort. In the example, it refers to an employee who consistently shirks important duties, demonstrating idleness and reluctance to engage in tasks.
Translations
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lazy -
vaga -
lui -
mandrós -
paresseux -
faul -
pigro
Etymology
The word "vago" comes from the Latin term 'vagus,' meaning wandering or unsettled. Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to describe someone who is idle or lazy. Did you know? Originally, it implied roaming without purpose, which nicely links to the idea of avoiding work or responsibility.
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