O atraso
Example: O atraso do ônibus fez todos ficarem nervosos.
Definition
"O atraso" refers to the delay or lateness of a scheduled event, especially in transportation like flights or buses, causing the event to start or arrive later than planned, often leading to inconvenience or frustration for those affected.
Etymology
The term "o atraso" comes from Portuguese, where 'atraso' means delay or lateness. It originates from the prefix 'a-' indicating direction or state, combined with 'traso,' related to 'trás,' meaning behind or back. Did you know? It literally conveys being 'behind' the expected time.
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