O trabalhador
Example: O trabalhador terminou suas tarefas antes do horário previsto.
Definition
"O trabalhador" refers to a worker, typically someone who performs manual or industrial labor. In the context of history, it often emphasizes the role of laborers in societal development and economic activities. For example, "O trabalhador terminou suas tarefas antes do horário previsto" means the worker finished their tasks ahead of schedule.
Etymology
The phrase "o trabalhador" comes from Portuguese, where "trabalhador" derives from the verb "trabalhar," meaning to work. This verb traces back to Latin "tripaliare," which means to torture, reflecting the historical difficulty of work. Did you know? Over time, "o trabalhador" evolved to honor the dignity and effort of laborers rather than the hardship alone.
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