Example: O ruído da cidade me incomoda quando estudo.
Definition
"O ruído" refers to unwanted or disturbing sounds in an environment, often considered as noise pollution. It can interfere with concentration or comfort, such as the city noise that bothers someone while studying.
Translations
the noise
el ruido
het lawaai
el soroll
le bruit
das Geräusch
il rumore
Etymology
The Portuguese word "o ruído" comes from the Latin word 'rudus,' meaning 'rubble' or 'debris,' which evolved to describe disruptive or harsh sounds. Did you know? The term's evolution reflects how sounds once perceived as chaotic or messy came to be recognized as noise.
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the noise