False Cognates
FOR EACH WORD THAT FOLLOWS, CHOOSE THE CORRECT TRANSLATION IN PORTUGUESE:
Questions and Answers
- 1.
NOVEL
- A.
NOVELA
- B.
NOVELO DE LÃ
- C.
ROMANCE
Correct Answer
C. ROMANCEExplanation
The word "novel" is closely related to the word "romance" as both refer to a type of literary genre. A novel typically encompasses a wide range of genres, including romance. Therefore, "romance" can be seen as a specific type or subgenre of a novel. Additionally, the other words listed (NOVELA, NOVELO DE LÃ) do not directly relate to the word "novel" or have any clear connection to it.Rate this question:
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- 2.
DATA
- A.
DATA
- B.
DADOS DE INFORMAÇÃO
- C.
DIA
Correct Answer
B. DADOS DE INFORMAÇÃOExplanation
The correct answer is "DADOS DE INFORMAÇÃO" because the given information consists of the word "DATA" repeated twice, followed by "DADOS DE INFORMAÇÃO" and "DIA". Since "DADOS DE INFORMAÇÃO" is the only option that matches this pattern and is also in the same language, it is the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
TAX
- A.
TAXA
- B.
IMPOSTO
- C.
TÁXI
Correct Answer
B. IMPOSTOExplanation
The correct answer is "IMPOSTO" because it is the only word in the given options that means "tax" in Portuguese. "TAX" and "TÁXI" are similar in spelling but have different meanings, and "TAXA" means "fee" rather than "tax." Therefore, "IMPOSTO" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 4.
PUSH
- A.
EMPURRAR
- B.
PUXAR
- C.
PULAR
Correct Answer
A. EMPURRARExplanation
The correct answer is "EMPURRAR" because it is the Portuguese translation of the English word "PUSH".Rate this question:
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- 5.
MOISTURE
- A.
UMIDADE
- B.
MISTURA
- C.
MESTRADO
Correct Answer
A. UMIDADEExplanation
The correct answer is "UMIDADE" because it is the Portuguese translation of the word "MOISTURE". The other options - "MISTURA" means "mixture" and "MESTRADO" means "master's degree" - are not related to the concept of moisture. Therefore, "UMIDADE" is the most appropriate translation in this context.Rate this question:
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- 6.
BEEF
- A.
CARNE DE GADO
- B.
CARNE DE PORCO
- C.
BIFE
Correct Answer
A. CARNE DE GADOExplanation
The given word "BEEF" translates to "CARNE DE GADO" in Portuguese. "CARNE DE GADO" means beef in Portuguese. "CARNE DE PORCO" means pork, and "BIFE" means steak. Therefore, the correct translation of "BEEF" in Portuguese is "CARNE DE GADO".Rate this question:
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- 7.
PRIVATE
- A.
PRIVATIVO
- B.
PRIVADA
- C.
PARTICULAR
Correct Answer
C. PARTICULARExplanation
The correct answer is "PARTICULAR". The other options listed are different variations of the word "private" in different languages (Spanish and Portuguese). However, "particular" is the correct translation of "private" in English.Rate this question:
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- 8.
EDUCATED
- A.
EDUCADO
- B.
EDUCAÇÃO
- C.
INSTRUÍDO
Correct Answer
C. INSTRUÍDOExplanation
The word "INSTRUÍDO" is the correct answer because it is the Portuguese translation of the English word "EDUCATED." The other options, "EDUCADO" and "EDUCAÇÃO," are also related to education but do not directly translate to "EDUCATED." "INSTRUÍDO" specifically means someone who has received instruction or education, making it the most suitable option.Rate this question:
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- 9.
PASTA
- A.
PASTA DE DENTE
- B.
MASSA (ALIMENTO)
- C.
PASTA PARA GUARDAR PAPÉIS
Correct Answer
B. MASSA (ALIMENTO)Explanation
The correct answer is "massa (alimento)" because pasta is a type of food made from wheat flour and water, typically in the form of long, thin strings or tubes. It is a staple food in Italian cuisine and is commonly used in dishes such as spaghetti, lasagna, and macaroni and cheese. The other options listed are not related to food but instead refer to toothpaste (pasta de dente) and a folder for storing papers (pasta para guardar papéis).Rate this question:
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- 10.
LAMP
- A.
LÂMPADA
- B.
LUMINÁRIA
- C.
LAMPARINA
Correct Answer
B. LUMINÁRIAExplanation
The word "LAMP" is translated to Portuguese as "LUMINÁRIA". The other options, "LÂMPADA" and "LAMPARINA" are also Portuguese words that refer to different types of lamps, but they are not the exact translation of "LAMP". "LUMINÁRIA" is the most appropriate translation as it refers to a general type of lamp or lighting fixture, which encompasses the meaning of "LAMP".Rate this question:
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- 11.
COSTUME
- A.
FANTASIA (ROUPA)
- B.
COSTUME
- C.
COSTUMEIRO
Correct Answer
A. FANTASIA (ROUPA)Explanation
The word "fantasia" in Portuguese means "costume" or "disguise." In this context, it specifically refers to a costume that one wears for a special occasion or event. The word "roupa" means "clothing" in Portuguese. Therefore, "fantasia (roupa)" can be translated as "costume (clothing)" in English, indicating that it refers to the attire or outfit worn as a costume. "Costume" and "costumeiro" are related words but do not specifically refer to the concept of dressing up for a special occasion.Rate this question:
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- 12.
LIBRARY
- A.
LIVRARIA
- B.
LIVRO
- C.
BIBLIOTECA
Correct Answer
C. BIBLIOTECAExplanation
The correct answer is "BIBLIOTECA" because all the other words listed are related to books or reading materials, while "BIBLIOTECA" specifically refers to a library. A library is a place where books are stored and made available for borrowing or reference, making it the most appropriate term in this context.Rate this question:
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- 13.
CONTEST
- A.
CONTEXTO
- B.
COMPETIÇÃO
- C.
CONTENTE
Correct Answer
B. COMPETIÇÃOExplanation
The correct answer is "COMPETIÇÃO" because it is the Portuguese translation of the word "contest" which is given in the question. The other options do not match the meaning of the word "contest" in Portuguese.Rate this question:
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- 14.
ACTUALLY
- A.
ATUALMENTE
- B.
ATIVAMENTE
- C.
NA VERDADE
Correct Answer
C. NA VERDADEExplanation
The correct answer is "NA VERDADE" because it is the Portuguese translation of the word "actually".Rate this question:
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- 15.
CIGAR
- A.
CIGARRA (INSETO)
- B.
CIGARRO
- C.
CHARUTO
Correct Answer
C. CHARUTOExplanation
The word "charuto" is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given list that is directly related to the word "cigar". "Charuto" is the Portuguese word for cigar, while "cigarrA" refers to a type of insect and "cigarro" is the Portuguese word for cigarette. Therefore, "charuto" is the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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- 16.
COLLAR
- A.
COLAR
- B.
COLARINHO
- C.
COLA
Correct Answer
B. COLARINHOExplanation
The correct answer is "COLARINHO" because it is the only word among the options that directly relates to "COLLAR". "COLARINHO" is the Portuguese word for "collar" and is the most appropriate choice that matches the given words. The other options, "COLAR" and "COLA", are related to "COLLAR" but do not specifically refer to a collar. Therefore, "COLARINHO" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 17.
BALCONY
- A.
BALCÃO
- B.
BALCONISTA
- C.
SACADA
Correct Answer
C. SACADAExplanation
The correct answer is "SACADA" because it is a Portuguese word that translates to "balcony" in English. The other options, "BALCÃO" and "BALCONISTA," also have similar meanings related to "balcony," but "SACADA" is the most accurate translation.Rate this question:
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- 18.
COMPREHENSIVE
- A.
ABRANGENTE
- B.
COMPREENSIVO
- C.
ADESIVO
Correct Answer
A. ABRANGENTEExplanation
The correct answer is "ABRANGENTE" because it is the Portuguese translation of the word "COMPREHENSIVE". The other options provided are incorrect translations or unrelated words.Rate this question:
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- 19.
ASSUME
- A.
PRESUMIR
- B.
ASSUMIR
- C.
SOMAR
Correct Answer
A. PRESUMIRExplanation
The correct answer is "PRESUMIR". "Presumir" is a Spanish verb that means "to assume" or "to presume" in English. It is used to express the act of supposing or believing something without having definite proof or evidence. In this context, "presumir" is the most suitable translation for the word "assume" among the given options.Rate this question:
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- 20.
FABRIC
- A.
TECIDO
- B.
FÁBRICA
- C.
FABRICAR
Correct Answer
A. TECIDOExplanation
The word "TECIDO" is the correct answer because it is the Portuguese translation of the English word "FABRIC". "TECIDO" refers to a material made by weaving or knitting threads together, which is the same concept as "FABRIC" in English. The other options, "FÁBRICA" and "FABRICAR", are related to the process of manufacturing or creating fabric, but they do not directly mean "FABRIC" itself.Rate this question:
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- 21.
PRETEND
- A.
PRETENDER
- B.
PREGUIÇA
- C.
FINGIR
Correct Answer
C. FINGIRExplanation
The correct answer is "FINGIR" because it is the translation of the word "PRETEND" in Portuguese. "FINGIR" means to act or behave in a way that is not real or genuine. It is a verb that is commonly used to describe the action of pretending or feigning something. Therefore, "FINGIR" is the most suitable translation for "PRETEND" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 22.
GRIP
- A.
GRIPE
- B.
AGARRAR FIRME
- C.
TOMAR
Correct Answer
B. AGARRAR FIRMEExplanation
The correct answer is "AGARRAR FIRME" because it is the translation of the word "GRIP" in Spanish. "AGARRAR" means "to grip" or "to grab" and "FIRME" means "firm" or "tight". Therefore, "AGARRAR FIRME" accurately represents the meaning of "GRIP" in Spanish.Rate this question:
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- 23.
INJURY
- A.
INJÚRIA
- B.
INJUSTO
- C.
FERIMENTO
Correct Answer
C. FERIMENTOExplanation
The correct answer is "FERIMENTO" because it is the Portuguese word that best corresponds to the English word "INJURY". "INJÚRIA" means "insult" or "offense", "INJUSTO" means "unjust" or "unfair", and "FERIMENTO" means "injury" or "wound". Therefore, "FERIMENTO" is the most appropriate translation for "INJURY" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 24.
EXQUISITE
- A.
REFINADO
- B.
AFINADO
- C.
EXQUISITO
Correct Answer
A. REFINADOExplanation
The word "exquisite" means extremely beautiful, delicate, or finely made. The word "refinado" in Spanish also means refined or elegant, which is a synonym for exquisite. "Afinado" means tuned or adjusted, which is not related to the meaning of exquisite. "Exquisito" is the Spanish translation of exquisite, so it is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 25.
ARGUMENT
- A.
ARGUMENTO
- B.
AGITAR
- C.
DISCUSSÃO
Correct Answer
C. DISCUSSÃOExplanation
The correct answer is "DISCUSSÃO" because it is the only word in the list that directly relates to the topic of the argument. "ARGUMENTO" means argument, but in the sense of a logical reasoning, not a disagreement. "AGITAR" means to shake or stir, which is unrelated to the topic. Therefore, "DISCUSSÃO" is the most appropriate word in this context.Rate this question:
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- 26.
PREJUDICE
- A.
PREJUÍZO
- B.
PRECONIZAR
- C.
PRECONCEITO
Correct Answer
C. PRECONCEITOExplanation
The correct answer is "PRECONCEITO". Preconceito is the Portuguese translation of the word "prejudice". It refers to a preconceived opinion or bias against a certain group or individual, usually based on stereotypes or insufficient knowledge. This term is often used to describe discriminatory attitudes or actions towards people of different races, ethnicities, religions, or social backgrounds. Prejudice can have negative impacts on individuals and communities, leading to inequality, discrimination, and social division.Rate this question:
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- 27.
LUNCH
- A.
LANCHE
- B.
JANTA
- C.
ALMOÇO
Correct Answer
C. ALMOÇOExplanation
The correct answer is "ALMOÇO" because it is the only word in the given options that means "lunch" in Portuguese. The other words do not have the same meaning and are not related to the concept of a midday meal.Rate this question:
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- 28.
POLICY
- A.
POLÍCIA
- B.
POLÍTICA (INTERNA DE UMA EMPRESA...)
- C.
POSTURA
Correct Answer
B. POLÍTICA (INTERNA DE UMA EMPRESA...)Explanation
The correct answer is "POLÍTICA (INTERNA DE UMA EMPRESA...)" because the word "POLÍTICA" can have multiple meanings, but in the given context, it refers to the internal policies of a company. The other options "POLICY," "POLÍCIA," and "POSTURA" do not fit the context and do not relate to internal company policies.Rate this question:
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- 29.
HAZARD
- A.
AZAR
- B.
RISCO
- C.
AFAZER
Correct Answer
B. RISCOExplanation
The correct answer is "RISCO" because it is the only word that can be formed by rearranging the given letters. The other words "HAZARD", "AZAR", and "AFAZER" cannot be formed using the given letters.Rate this question:
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