construção
[kõs.tru.ˈsɐ̃w̃]
nounfemininepl: construções
construction
1. The process of building or assembling a structure
The construction of the new bridge took two years.
A construção da nova ponte levou dois anos.
2. A building or structure that has been built
That's a modern construction made of glass and steel.
Essa é uma construção moderna feita de vidro e aço.
3. The act or manner of putting together words or sentences; grammatical structure
The construction of this sentence is incorrect.
A construção dessa frase está incorreta.
4. In mathematics, the process of drawing or creating geometric figures
The construction of a perpendicular line requires a compass.
A construção de uma linha perpendicular requer um compasso.
Related Idioms & Phrases
em construção (under construction)
construção civil (civil engineering/construction industry)
estar em construção (to be under construction)
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