lista
1. (noun) A series of items, names, or other things written or printed together in a meaningful grouping or sequence
I made a shopping list before going to the grocery store.
Fiz uma lista de compras antes de ir ao supermercado.
2. (noun) A record or catalog of items, often used for organizational or reference purposes
The guest list for the wedding includes 150 people.
A lista de convidados para o casamento inclui 150 pessoas.
3. (verb) To include something in a list; to record or catalog
Please list all your qualifications on the resume.
Por favor, liste todas as suas qualificações no currículo.
4. (verb) To lean or tilt to one side, especially of a ship
The damaged ship began to list heavily to starboard.
O navio danificado começou a inclinar-se muito para o lado direito.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, making lists is a common organizational practice. In Brazil, 'lista de compras' (shopping list) is particularly important in household management. The term is also widely used in professional contexts for 'lista de presença' (attendance list) and business operations. In the USA, list-making is associated with productivity culture and self-management.
Related Idioms & Phrases
on the list - estar na lista (to be included or considered)
make a list and check it twice - fazer uma lista e verificar duas vezes (to plan carefully)
get on someone's bad list - entrar na lista negra de alguém (to incur someone's disfavor)
waiting list - lista de espera (queue for unavailable items or services)
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