Portuguese · Family & People
Adulto
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Adult
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A fully grown person who has reached maturity.
Pessoa completamente desenvolvida que atingiu a maturidade.
Example
O ingresso custa mais para adultos.
The ticket costs more for adults.
Etymology
'Adulto' comes from the Latin 'adultus', meaning grown or mature, indicating the transitional phase in the human life cycle.
How & Where It’s Used
'Adulto' is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions around responsibilities, rights, and society's expectations.