A avaria
Example: A avaria no carro atrasou a nossa viagem de manhã.
Definition
"A avaria" refers to a breakdown or malfunction, especially of machinery or equipment, causing it to stop working properly. For example, it can describe a car failure that disrupts plans or activities.
Etymology
The word "a avaria" comes from the Old French term 'avarie,' meaning damage or loss, especially in shipping contexts. It later evolved in Portuguese to refer broadly to any mechanical failure or defect, often causing inconvenience or delay.
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