nounpl: N/A (already plural)
caminhantes, pedestres, andadores
1. People who walk, especially as a form of exercise or transportation
The walkers enjoyed the morning breeze during their daily exercise.
Os caminhantes aproveitaram a brisa matinal durante seu exercício diário.
2. Wheeled or non-wheeled mobility devices that assist people with walking difficulties
The elderly patient used one of several walkers available in the hospital.
A paciente idosa usou um dos vários andadores disponíveis no hospital.
3. People who traverse a particular area or route on foot
The forest walkers reported seeing deer on the trail.
Os caminhantes da floresta relataram ter visto cervos na trilha.
In Brazil, 'walkers' (caminhantes) are increasingly popular as people embrace healthier lifestyles, particularly in parks like Ibirapuera in São Paulo and Aterro do Flamengo in Rio. The term 'andadores' is specifically used in medical/elderly care contexts. In the USA, walking groups are common social activities, and mobility walkers are essential medical devices for aging populations.
NYC Slang
foot traffic, pavement pounders
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