trabalho penoso
[tɾaˈbaʎu peˈnozu]
noun phrasemasculinepl: trabalhos penosos
arduous work, laborious work, hard labor
1. Work that is difficult, exhausting, or demanding; labor that requires great effort and causes fatigue or suffering
The construction of the cathedral was a penoso work that lasted decades.
A construção da catedral foi um trabalho penoso que durou décadas.
2. Any task or occupation characterized by hardship, difficulty, or unpleasant conditions
Mining is penoso work that takes a toll on workers' health.
A mineração é um trabalho penoso que afeta a saúde dos trabalhadores.
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