Example: A vaga no ônibus estava ocupada por uma senhora.
Definition
"A vaga" refers to an available position or opening, especially in contexts like human resources or seating. It denotes a spot that is free or unoccupied, such as a job vacancy or an empty seat, allowing someone to occupy or use it.
The term "a vaga" comes from Portuguese, where 'vaga' means a vacancy or empty space. It traces back to the Latin word 'vacuus,' meaning empty. Did you know? The word 'vaga' is used in many Romance languages to describe emptiness or openings, reflecting its Latin roots.
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