Portuguese · Work & Business
Escritório
[/iskɾiˈtɔɾiu/]
Office
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A room or building where people work, especially at desks.
Sala ou edifício onde as pessoas trabalham.
Example
Trabalho no escritório de segunda a sexta.
I work in the office from Monday to Friday.
Etymology
'Escritório' originates from the Latin 'scriptorium', which refers to a writing place, showcasing the history of administrative and clerical work in Portuguese.
How & Where It’s Used
'Escritório' is primarily used in formal contexts, particularly in business and professional settings, across both spoken and written Portuguese.
Literary Heritage
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