vícios
1. Immoral or wicked behavior; a habit or practice considered to be evil, sinful, or depraved
Gambling and drinking were his worst vices.
Jogos de azar e bebida eram seus piores vícios.
2. A defect or fault in character, behavior, or morality
Pride is considered one of the seven deadly vices.
O orgulho é considerado um dos sete vícios capitais.
3. A clamping device with jaws for holding work firmly; a vise (mechanical tool)
He held the wood in the vice while sawing.
Ele prendeu a madeira no torno enquanto serrrava.
4. Prefix meaning 'in place of' or 'deputy' (as in vice-president)
The vice president took charge of the meeting.
O vice-presidente assumiu a reunião.
In both Brazilian and American culture, 'vices' are often discussed in moral or religious contexts, referencing the seven deadly sins. In Portuguese, 'vícios' can also refer to addictions and compulsive behaviors. The term is commonly used in both personal development and social commentary. The mechanical tool 'vice' (or 'vise' in American English) is called 'torno' or 'morsa' in Portuguese.
NYC Slang
bad habits; hang-ups
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