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Livro Insight - Pré-intermediário - Unidade 2 - 2A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 2 - 2A in the Insight Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "farmer", "deserted", "overcrowd", etc.

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railway station
[substantivo]

a place designed for goods or passengers to get on or off trains

estação ferroviária, estação

estação ferroviária, estação

Ex: After buying a ticket at the railway station, they found their platform and settled in for the journey .Depois de comprar um bilhete na **estação ferroviária**, eles encontraram a sua plataforma e se instalaram para a viagem.
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farmer
[substantivo]

someone who has a farm or manages a farm

agricultor, fazendeiro

agricultor, fazendeiro

Ex: The farmer wakes up early to milk the cows .O **fazendeiro** acorda cedo para ordenhar as vacas.
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miner
[substantivo]

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

mineiro, trabalhador de mina

mineiro, trabalhador de mina

Ex: Coal miners work in dangerous conditions.Os **mineiros** de carvão trabalham em condições perigosas.
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soldier
[substantivo]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

soldado, militar

soldado, militar

Ex: The soldier polished his boots until they shone .O **soldado** lustrou suas botas até que brilhassem.
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criminal
[substantivo]

a person who does or is involved in an illegal activity

criminoso, delinquente

criminoso, delinquente

Ex: The criminal confessed to robbing the bank .O **criminoso** confessou ter roubado o banco.
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business people
[substantivo]

people who are involved in commercial or industrial activities, such as buying, selling, or managing a company

homens de negócios, empresários

homens de negócios, empresários

Ex: Experienced business people understand the risks of investment .**Empresários** experientes entendem os riscos do investimento.
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railwayman
[substantivo]

someone who works on or with trains and the railway system

ferroviário, funcionário da ferrovia

ferroviário, funcionário da ferrovia

Ex: Young recruits trained under an experienced railwayman.Jovens recrutas foram treinados sob um **ferroviário** experiente.
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unemployment
[substantivo]

the state of being without a job

desemprego, sem emprego

desemprego, sem emprego

Ex: Many people faced long-term unemployment during the global financial crisis .Muitas pessoas enfrentaram o **desemprego** de longo prazo durante a crise financeira global.
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pollution
[substantivo]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

poluição, contaminação

poluição, contaminação

Ex: The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .A **poluição** causada por resíduos plásticos é uma crise ambiental crescente.
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natural disaster
[substantivo]

any destruction caused by the nature that results in a great amount of damage or the death of many, such as an earthquake, flood, etc.

desastre natural, catástrofe natural

desastre natural, catástrofe natural

Ex: The tsunami was one of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history .O tsunami foi um dos **desastres naturais** mais mortais da história registrada.
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war
[substantivo]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

guerra

guerra

Ex: The nation remained at war until a peace agreement was signed .A nação permaneceu em **guerra** até que um acordo de paz foi assinado.
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famine
[substantivo]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

fome, escassez de alimentos

fome, escassez de alimentos

Ex: The famine caused great suffering among the population .A **fome** causou grande sofrimento entre a população.
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crime
[substantivo]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

crime,  delito

crime, delito

Ex: The increase in violent crime has made residents feel unsafe .O aumento da **criminalidade** violenta fez os residentes se sentirem inseguros.
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to be filled with more people or things than is comfortable, safe, or desirable

superlotar, apinhar

superlotar, apinhar

Ex: The elevators tend to overcrowd during the morning commute .Os elevadores tendem a **superlotar** durante o trajeto matinal.
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poverty
[substantivo]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

pobreza

pobreza

Ex: The charity focuses on providing food and shelter to those living in poverty.A instituição de caridade se concentra em fornecer comida e abrigo para aqueles que vivem na **pobreza**.
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deserted
[adjetivo]

(of a person or thing) having been left alone or abandoned by others

abandonado, deserto

abandonado, deserto

Ex: He stood at the airport, deserted by the friend who promised to pick him up.Ele ficou no aeroporto, **abandonado** pelo amigo que prometeu buscá-lo.
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crowded
[adjetivo]

(of a space) filled with things or people

lotado, cheio

lotado, cheio

Ex: The crowded bus was late due to heavy traffic .O ônibus **lotado** estava atrasado devido ao trânsito pesado.
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clean
[adjetivo]

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

limpo, higienizado

limpo, higienizado

Ex: The hotel room was clean and spotless .O quarto do hotel estava **limpo** e impecável.
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dirty
[adjetivo]

having stains, bacteria, marks, or dirt

sujo, encardido

sujo, encardido

Ex: The dirty dishes in the restaurant 's kitchen needed to be washed .Os pratos **sujos** na cozinha do restaurante precisavam ser lavados.
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wide
[adjetivo]

having a large length from side to side

largo, amplo

largo, amplo

Ex: The fabric was 45 inches wide, perfect for making a set of curtains .O tecido tinha 45 polegadas de **largura**, perfeito para fazer um conjunto de cortinas.
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narrow
[adjetivo]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

estreito, apertado

estreito, apertado

Ex: The narrow bridge could only accommodate one car at a time , causing traffic delays .A ponte **estreita** só podia acomodar um carro de cada vez, causando atrasos no trânsito.
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unpopular
[adjetivo]

not liked or approved of by a large number of people

impopular

impopular

Ex: The new policy introduced by the company was unpopular with the employees .A nova política introduzida pela empresa foi **impopular** entre os funcionários.
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popular
[adjetivo]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

popular, amado

popular, amado

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .As suas músicas são **populares** porque são fáceis de dançar.
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safe
[adjetivo]

protected from any danger

seguro, protegido

seguro, protegido

Ex: After the storm passed , they felt safe to return to their houses and assess the damage .Depois que a tempestade passou, eles se sentiram **seguros** para voltar para suas casas e avaliar os danos.
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dangerous
[adjetivo]

capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing

perigoso

perigoso

Ex: The mountain path is slippery and considered dangerous.A trilha da montanha é escorregadia e considerada **perigosa**.
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quiet
[adjetivo]

with little or no noise

silencioso, calmo

silencioso, calmo

Ex: The forest was quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds breaking the silence .A floresta estava **silenciosa**, com apenas o ocasional canto dos pássaros quebrando o silêncio.
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lively
[adjetivo]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

animado, vibrante

animado, vibrante

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park feel lively.O riso das crianças encheu o ar, fazendo o parque parecer **animado**.
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messy
[adjetivo]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

desarrumado, bagunçado

desarrumado, bagunçado

Ex: The construction site was messy, with piles of debris and equipment scattered around .O canteiro de obras estava **bagunçado**, com pilhas de detritos e equipamentos espalhados por toda parte.
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tidy
[adjetivo]

having a clean and well-organized appearance and state

arrumado, organizado

arrumado, organizado

Ex: She always kept her purse tidy, with items neatly arranged and easily accessible.Ela sempre mantinha sua bolsa **arrumada**, com os itens organizados e facilmente acessíveis.
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modern
[adjetivo]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

moderno, contemporâneo

moderno, contemporâneo

Ex: The documentary examines challenges facing modern society .O documentário examina os desafios enfrentados pela sociedade **moderna**.
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old
[adjetivo]

of a particular age

velho, idoso

velho, idoso

Ex: My favorite sweater is ten years old but still looks brand new .Meu suéter favorito tem dez anos **velho** mas ainda parece novo.
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place
[substantivo]

a specific location on the earth's surface, often used in mapping

lugar, local

lugar, local

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town
[substantivo]

an area with human population that is smaller than a city and larger than a village

cidade, vila

cidade, vila

Ex: They organize community events in town to bring people together .Eles organizam eventos comunitários na **cidade** para unir as pessoas.
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church
[substantivo]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

igreja

igreja

Ex: He volunteered at the church's soup kitchen to help feed the homeless .Ele se voluntariou na cozinha de sopa da **igreja** para ajudar a alimentar os sem-teto.
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market
[substantivo]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

mercado, feira

mercado, feira

Ex: They visited the farmers ' market on Saturday mornings to buy fresh fruits and vegetables .Eles visitavam o **mercado** dos agricultores nas manhãs de sábado para comprar frutas e legumes frescos.
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university
[substantivo]

an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

universidade

universidade

Ex: We have access to a state-of-the-art library at the university.Temos acesso a uma biblioteca de última geração na **universidade**.
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prison
[substantivo]

a building where people who did something illegal, such as stealing, murder, etc., are kept as a punishment

prisão, cadeia

prisão, cadeia

Ex: She wrote letters to her family from prison, expressing her love and longing for them .Ela escreveu cartas para sua família da **prisão**, expressando seu amor e saudade por eles.
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hospital
[substantivo]

a large building where sick or injured people receive medical treatment and care

hospital

hospital

Ex: We saw a newborn baby in the maternity ward of the hospital.Vimos um recém-nascido na maternidade do **hospital**.
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theater
[substantivo]

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

teatro, sala de espetáculos

teatro, sala de espetáculos

Ex: We 've got tickets for the new musical at the theater.Temos ingressos para o novo musical no **teatro**.
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school
[substantivo]

a place where children learn things from teachers

escola, instituição de ensino

escola, instituição de ensino

Ex: We study different subjects like math , science , and English at school.Estudamos diferentes disciplinas como matemática, ciências e inglês na **escola**.
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casino
[substantivo]

a place where people play and bet their money on gambling games

cassino, casa de jogos

cassino, casa de jogos

Ex: The casino hosted a special event with live music and entertainment .O **cassino** sediou um evento especial com música ao vivo e entretenimento.
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tramline
[substantivo]

the track or line on which an electric vehicle called a tram moves

linha de bonde, trilho de bonde

linha de bonde, trilho de bonde

Ex: The tramline connects major tourist attractions .A **linha de eléctrico** liga as principais atrações turísticas.
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geographical
[adjetivo]

related to the study or characteristics of the Earth's surface, including its features, landscapes, and locations

geográfico, relacionado à geografia

geográfico, relacionado à geografia

Ex: The geographical features of a region influence its economic activities and cultural practices .As características **geográficas** de uma região influenciam suas atividades econômicas e práticas culturais.
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feature
[substantivo]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

característica, função

característica, função

Ex: The magazine article highlighted the chef 's innovative cooking techniques as a key feature of the restaurant 's success .O artigo da revista destacou as técnicas de cozinha inovadoras do chef como uma **característica** chave do sucesso do restaurante.
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cave
[substantivo]

a hole or chamber formed underground naturally by rocks gradually breaking down over time

caverna, gruta

caverna, gruta

Ex: Cave diving enthusiasts brave the depths of underwater caves, navigating narrow passages and exploring submerged chambers .Os entusiastas do mergulho em **cavernas** enfrentam as profundezas das cavernas subaquáticas, navegando por passagens estreitas e explorando câmaras submersas.
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cliff
[substantivo]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

penhasco, precipício

penhasco, precipício

Ex: The birds built their nests along the cliff's steep face .Os pássaros construíram seus ninhos ao longo da face íngreme do **penhasco**.
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desert
[substantivo]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

deserto, saara

deserto, saara

Ex: They got lost while driving through the desert.Eles se perderam enquanto dirigiam pelo **deserto**.
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forest
[substantivo]

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

floresta

floresta

Ex: We went for a walk in the forest, surrounded by tall trees and chirping birds .Fomos dar um passeio na **floresta**, cercados por árvores altas e pássaros cantando.
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hill
[substantivo]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

colina, morro

colina, morro

Ex: The hill provided a natural boundary between the two towns .A **colina** fornecia um limite natural entre as duas cidades.
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lake
[substantivo]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

lago

lago

Ex: They had a picnic by the side of the lake.Eles fizeram um piquenique à beira do **lago**.
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mountain
[substantivo]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

montanha, pico

montanha, pico

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .Nós subimos a **montanha** e desfrutamos da vista deslumbrante do topo.
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plain
[substantivo]

a vast area of flat land

planície, planalto

planície, planalto

Ex: During their expedition , the explorers crossed a vast plain that seemed to go on forever .Durante sua expedição, os exploradores atravessaram uma vasta **planície** que parecia se estender para sempre.
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sand dune
[substantivo]

a hill of sand built by wind or water flow

duna de areia, duna

duna de areia, duna

Ex: The sand dune provided shelter from the wind .A **duna de areia** fornecia abrigo do vento.
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sea
[substantivo]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

mar

mar

Ex: We spent our vacation relaxing on the sandy beaches by the sea.Passamos nossas férias relaxando nas praias de areia à beira-**mar**.
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valley
[substantivo]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

vale, vale

vale, vale

Ex: They hiked through the valley to reach the lake .Eles caminharam pelo **vale** para chegar ao lago.
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waterfall
[substantivo]

a high place, such as a cliff, from which a river or stream falls

cachoeira, queda d'água

cachoeira, queda d'água

Ex: He was mesmerized by the sheer power and beauty of the roaring waterfall.Ele ficou hipnotizado pelo puro poder e beleza da **cachoeira** rugidora.
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