🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

durabilidade

Pronunciation / Transliteration: du.ɾa.bi.liˈda.dʒi

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Durability/dʊəˈræbɪlɪti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"A durabilidade do tecido surpreendeu os clientes."

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As noun
  1. 1

    The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage.

    "The boots were chosen for their durability and comfort."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'durability' originates from the Latin word 'durabilis', meaning 'able to last', which is derived from 'durare', meaning 'to last'. The word evolved through Old French before entering the English language in the late Middle Ages, reflecting the concept of lasting strength and endurance.

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