noun, verbpl: N/A (already plural form)
rodadas, voltas, rondas, disparos
1. A series of events or actions that occur in sequence, especially in sports, competitions, or games
The tournament has three rounds of competition.
O torneio tem três rodadas de competição.
2. Ammunition for firearms, typically referring to bullets or cartridges
The soldier carried several rounds of ammunition.
O soldado carregava vários disparos de munição.
3. A circular shape or movement; to make something circular or spherical
The edges of the table are rounds.
As bordas da mesa são arredondadas.
4. A period or cycle in a boxing match or similar contest
The boxer won in the second round.
O boxeador venceu no segundo round.
5. A drink bought for a group of people; to buy drinks for everyone
It's my turn to buy a round of drinks.
É minha vez de pagar uma rodada de bebidas.
6. A patrol or routine circuit, especially by security or medical personnel
The security guard makes his rounds every hour.
O guarda de segurança faz suas rondas a cada hora.
In Brazilian culture, buying 'rodadas' (rounds of drinks) is a common social practice in bars and informal gatherings. In American culture, 'rounds' in medical or law enforcement contexts ("making rounds") refers to routine visits or patrols, reflecting professional responsibilities. The term is also significant in boxing and combat sports, which are popular in both cultures.
NYC Slang
rounds = "buying a round of drinks" or "making rounds" (visiting multiple places)
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