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carrinho

/kaˈɾi.ɲu/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A small cart, trolley, or pushcart, commonly used for grocery shopping, carrying luggage, or serving food.

Example Sentences:
  • Ele empurrava o carrinho cheio de compras no supermercado.
  • Você pode pegar um carrinho para carregar as malas, por favor?
2.noun

A toy car.

Example Sentences:
  • O menino brincava com seus carrinhos na sala de estar.
  • Ele colecionava carrinhos de metal desde a infância.
3.noun

In soccer (football), a slide tackle.

Example Sentences:
  • O zagueiro deu um carrinho perigoso para impedir o atacante.
  • O juiz marcou falta após o carrinho.
4.noun

In e-commerce and web design, an online shopping cart.

Example Sentences:
  • Adicionei o livro ao meu carrinho virtual.
  • Clique no carrinho no canto superior direito para finalizar a compra.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese word 'carro' (car, cart) combined with the diminutive suffix '-inho', ultimately originating from the Late Latin 'carrus' (a type of wheeled vehicle of Celtic origin).

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'car' with a tiny suffix '-inho' to remember a small car or shopping cart.

Frequently Asked Questions About “carrinho

1. What is the meaning of “carrinho” in English?

In English, carrinho (noun) is defined as: “A small cart, trolley, or pushcart, commonly used for grocery shopping, carrying luggage, or serving food.”.

2. How do you use “carrinho” in a sentence?

Ele empurrava o carrinho cheio de compras no supermercado.

3. What are English synonyms of “carrinho”?

Common synonyms include:carroça,cesto,veículo infantil

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “carrinho”?

Derived from the Portuguese word 'carro' (car, cart) combined with the diminutive suffix '-inho', ultimately originating from the Late Latin 'carrus' (a type of wheeled vehicle of Celtic origin).