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desgaste

[dɨʃˈɡaʃtə (PT) / deʃˈɡastʃi (BR)]
nounmasculinepl: desgastes
wear, wear and tear, erosion
1. The gradual deterioration or damage caused by use, friction, or time
The constant use caused significant wear on the machine.
O uso constante causou desgaste significativo na máquina.
2. Physical or mental exhaustion; fatigue
The stress caused visible wear and tear on his health.
O estresse causou desgaste visível na sua saúde.
3. Deterioration of a relationship or situation
The constant arguments led to the wear and tear of their marriage.
As discussões constantes levaram ao desgaste do seu casamento.
Synonyms
deterioraçãoerosãoenvelhecimentoesgotamentofadigaconsumoabrasão
Antonyms
conservaçãopreservaçãorenovaçãorestauração

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desgaste
Standard usage for wear, erosion, or exhaustion
Portugal
desgaste
Standard usage, often used to describe emotional or physical fatigue
São Paulo
desgaste
Commonly used in business context for resource depletion

Related Idioms & Phrases

desgaste emocional - emotional exhaustion
desgaste físico - physical exhaustion
sofrer desgaste - to suffer wear and tear
causar desgaste - to cause deterioration
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