noun, verb (gerund/present participle)
desempacotamento, desempacotação, desfazimento de malas
1. The act of removing items from a suitcase, box, or container
After the flight, I spent hours unpacking my luggage.
Depois do voo, passei horas desfazendo minha mala.
2. The process of analyzing, examining, or explaining something in detail
The article focuses on unpacking the complex issues behind climate change.
O artigo se concentra em desdobrar as questões complexas por trás da mudança climática.
3. In computing, extracting files from a compressed archive
Unpacking the ZIP file will extract all the documents.
Descompactar o arquivo ZIP extrairá todos os documentos.
In Brazilian culture, 'unpacking' in the literal sense (desfazendo malas) is commonly discussed during vacation season and family reunions. In academic and professional contexts, particularly in São Paulo and among younger Brazilians, 'unpacking' arguments or concepts reflects the increasing influence of English-language business and academic discourse. The metaphorical use has become more prevalent with digital communication and social media discussions.
NYC Slang
breakin' it down, diggin' into it
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