profile
1. The outline or contour of a person's face or head viewed from the side
The artist drew the model's profile in charcoal.
O artista desenhou o perfil da modelo em carvão.
2. A side view or lateral aspect of something
The car's profile shows its sleek design.
O perfil do carro mostra seu design elegante.
3. A brief biographical or character description; a summary of someone's qualities or background
The company created a profile of their ideal customer.
A empresa criou um perfil de seu cliente ideal.
4. A user account or personal page on a social media platform
She updated her Instagram profile with new photos.
Ela atualizou seu perfil do Instagram com novas fotos.
5. The shape or cross-section of an architectural or structural element
The beam's profile must meet building code requirements.
O perfil da viga deve atender aos requisitos do código de construção.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'perfil' has become increasingly used in digital contexts, especially with the rise of social media. 'Perfil baixo' (low profile) is a common idiom meaning to keep a low profile or stay under the radar. The word is also frequently used in professional and marketing contexts to describe customer or candidate profiles.
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