capacete
1. A protective covering for the head, typically made of hard material, worn by soldiers, construction workers, motorcyclists, or athletes
The construction worker wore a safety helmet on the job site.
O operário usava um capacete de segurança no canteiro de obras.
2. A piece of armor that covered and protected the head in medieval warfare
The knight's helmet was adorned with a golden plume.
O capacete do cavaleiro era adornado com uma pluma dourada.
3. Any covering resembling a helmet in shape or function
The diver's helmet allowed him to breathe underwater.
O capacete do mergulhador permitia que ele respirasse embaixo d'água.
In Brazil, motorcycle helmet usage is legally mandated on roadways, making 'capacete' a common safety topic. The word is extensively used in construction, sports, and military contexts. In the USA, helmet culture is particularly strong in American football, cycling, and motorcycling communities, reflecting high safety awareness.
Related Idioms & Phrases
put on your helmet - preparar-se para enfrentar algo difícil
under someone's helmet - sob o comando ou autoridade de alguém
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