nounmasculinepl: genera or genuses
gênero
1. A taxonomic rank in biological classification that groups together species with common characteristics, ranking above species and below family
The lion and tiger belong to the genus Panthera.
O leão e o tigre pertencem ao gênero Panthera.
2. A class or category of things characterized by common attributes
This painting belongs to the genre of abstract art.
Esta pintura pertence ao gênero da arte abstrata.
3. A type or kind of something
A new genus of technology has emerged in recent years.
Um novo gênero de tecnologia surgiu nos últimos anos.
In Brazil, 'gênero' is the standard translation and is widely used in scientific education. The word is particularly important in biology curricula where Linnaean taxonomy is taught. In Portugal, the spelling 'género' is preferred. The term maintains its Latin form in scientific nomenclature across all Portuguese-speaking regions and internationally.
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