formando

[for-mˈɑ̃.du]

nounmasculinepl: formandos

graduating student, student about to graduate

1. A student in their final year of an educational program, particularly in higher education, about to receive their degree

The formando will receive his diploma next month.

O formando receberá seu diploma no próximo mês.

2. A person undergoing formation or training in a professional or academic context

The formandos in the teacher training program are preparing their final projects.

Os formandos do programa de formação de professores estão preparando seus projetos finais.

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General Brazilian

formando

Standard term used throughout Brazil for graduating students

São Paulo

formando

Common usage in educational institutions

Portugal

formando

Used but may also use 'finalista' or 'aluno finalista' more commonly

turma de formandos - graduating class

cerimônia de formandos - graduation ceremony

festa de formandos - graduation party

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