stages, phases, legs, steps
1. distinct periods or phases of a process or journey
The project will be completed in three stages.
O projeto será concluído em três etapas.
2. segments of a longer journey or race, particularly in cycling
The Tour de France consists of 21 stages across France.
O Tour de France consiste em 21 etapas pelo território francês.
3. stopping points or stations along a route
We made several stops at different stages during our road trip.
Fizemos várias paradas em diferentes etapas durante nossa viagem de carro.
4. developmental or progressive levels
Children go through different stages of development.
As crianças passam por diferentes etapas de desenvolvimento.
The word 'etapas' is deeply embedded in Brazilian cycling culture, particularly regarding the Tour do Brasil and other professional cycling events. It's also commonly used in discussions of development, construction projects, and educational progression. In Portuguese popular culture, 'etapas da vida' (stages of life) is frequently referenced in literature and conversation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
etapas da vida - stages of life
por etapas - step by step, in stages
etapa por etapa - one stage at a time
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