Out meanings in Portuguese

Fora

Example:

He is out of the office today.

Ele está fora do escritório hoje.

She went out for a walk.

Ela saiu para dar uma volta.

Usage: InformalContext: Used to indicate someone or something is not in a specific place.

Note: Commonly used in everyday conversation.

Acabado

Example:

I'm out of money.

Estou acabado de dinheiro.

We are out of options.

Estamos sem opções.

Usage: InformalContext: Describes a lack of resources or choices.

Note: This usage can express exhaustion or depletion.

Exposto

Example:

The secret is out.

O segredo está exposto.

The truth is finally out.

A verdade finalmente está exposta.

Usage: FormalContext: Used to indicate something that was hidden is now known.

Note: Often used in news contexts or when discussing revelations.

Publicamente

Example:

He came out as gay.

Ele se assumiu publicamente como gay.

She is out as an activist.

Ela se declarou publicamente como ativista.

Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Referring to someone revealing their identity or beliefs.

Note: This usage is commonly seen in discussions about LGBTQ+ topics.

Desligado

Example:

The lights are out.

As luzes estão desligadas.

The power is out.

A energia está desligada.

Usage: InformalContext: Used when something is turned off or not functioning.

Note: Can refer to electrical devices or systems.

Lá fora

Example:

It's cold out.

Está frio lá fora.

Let's go out to eat.

Vamos comer lá fora.

Usage: InformalContext: Referring to the outside environment.

Note: Commonly used in casual conversations about plans.

Fora do jogo

Example:

He is out of the game.

Ele está fora do jogo.

After that mistake, she's out.

Depois daquele erro, ela está fora.

Usage: InformalContext: Used in competitive situations, either sports or other contests.

Note: Can imply elimination from competition or a failure to participate.

Outside

Outside refers to the exterior or outer part of something. It can also mean not within a particular place or area.

Example: She waited outside the building.

Note: While 'out' can be more general, 'outside' specifically refers to the exterior or outer part of something.

Exterior

Exterior refers to the outer surface or part of something, typically a building or structure.

Example: The exterior of the house was painted blue.

Note: Exterior is more formal and specific than 'out', focusing on the outer surface or part of something.

Beyond

Beyond means at or to the further side of something, or at a greater distance than something.

Example: The store is located just beyond the park.

Note: Beyond implies a spatial or figurative distance that extends farther than a particular point or area.

Away

Away means at a distance from a particular place, person, or thing.

Example: She ran away from the danger.

Note: Away emphasizes moving or being at a distance from a specific point or object.

Egress

Egress refers to the action of going out of or leaving a place.

Example: The emergency exit provides a safe egress from the building.

Note: Egress is a more formal or technical term for exiting or leaving a place.

Out of the blue

This phrase means something unexpected or surprising.

Example: The news of her promotion came out of the blue.

Note: The phrase 'out of the blue' has a figurative meaning and is not directly related to the word 'out.'

Out of sight, out of mind

This means that people tend to forget about things that are not visible or present.

Example: I haven't seen my old classmates in years. Out of sight, out of mind.

Note: The phrase uses 'out of sight' to convey the idea of being forgotten when not seen.

Out of the loop

To be out of the loop means to be uninformed or unaware of current events or information.

Example: After being on vacation for a month, I felt completely out of the loop at work.

Note: The phrase emphasizes being disconnected or not part of a particular group or information flow.

Out of order

When something is out of order, it is not functioning correctly or is broken.

Example: The printer is out of order, so we need to use a different one.

Note: The phrase 'out of order' indicates a malfunction or disruption in the normal operation of something.

Out of the woods

To be out of the woods means to be out of danger or difficulty.

Example: The patient is out of the woods and is expected to make a full recovery.

Note: This phrase suggests that a difficult or dangerous situation has been overcome.

Out of hand

When something gets out of hand, it becomes uncontrollable or chaotic.

Example: The argument got out of hand and turned into a physical fight.

Note: The phrase indicates a situation that has escalated beyond control or management.

Out of the question

This means that something is not possible or cannot be considered.

Example: Asking for a raise right now is out of the question due to the company's financial situation.

Note: The phrase indicates the absolute impossibility or unacceptability of something happening or being allowed.

Out of touch

To be out of touch means to be unaware or uninformed about recent developments or changes.

Example: Since retiring, he has been out of touch with the latest technology trends.

Note: The phrase highlights a lack of connection or familiarity with a particular subject or area.

Out and about

To be out of the house or active, especially after being sick or inactive.

Example: I'm feeling much better now, so I'll be out and about later today.

Note: The original term 'out' refers to leaving a place, while 'out and about' implies being active or going about in various places.

Out of pocket

To pay for something with one's own money rather than using funds from a different source (e.g., insurance or employer).

Example: I had to pay for the repairs out of pocket because insurance wouldn't cover it.

Note: The original term 'out' signifies leaving or being away from something, while 'out of pocket' refers to using personal funds.

Out with it

To reveal or say something directly without delay or hesitation.

Example: Stop beating around the bush and just out with it!

Note: The original term 'out' means outside or away, while 'out with it' urges someone to disclose something openly.

Out of gas

To have used up all the fuel, usually in a vehicle.

Example: The car stopped because it was out of gas.

Note: The original term 'out' suggests being away from or without something, while 'out of gas' specifically means lacking fuel.

Out of luck

To have run out of good fortune or opportunities for a favorable outcome.

Example: I tried to buy a ticket, but they were sold out. I'm out of luck for the concert tonight.

Note: The original term 'out' implies leaving or being without something, while 'out of luck' means being unlucky or having no chance for success.

I'm going out for a walk.

Eu vou sair para uma caminhada.

She ran out of milk, so she went to the store to buy some more.

Ela ficou sem leite, então foi à loja comprar mais.

The sun is shining and it's a perfect day to go out and enjoy nature.

O sol está brilhando e é um dia perfeito para sair e aproveitar a natureza.

Don't forget to turn off the lights when you leave the room to save energy.

Não se esqueça de apagar as luzes quando você sair do quarto para economizar energia.

Out - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)

Lemma: out

Conjugations

Adjective (Adjective): out

Adverb (Adverb): out

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): outs

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): out

Syllables, Separation and Stress

Out Contains 1 syllables: out

Phonetic transcription: ˈau̇t

out , ˈau̇t (The red syllable is stressed)

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

Out: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).

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