Significations de Means en portugais

meios

Exemple:

We need to find a means to solve this problem.

Precisamos encontrar meios para resolver este problema.

They have the means to support the project.

Eles têm os meios para apoiar o projeto.

Utilisation: formalContexte: Used in discussions about resources or methods.

Note: Refers to the resources or methods available to achieve something.

modo

Exemple:

What do you mean by that?

O que você quer dizer com isso?

He didn't mean to offend you.

Ele não quis te ofender.

Utilisation: informalContexte: Used in conversations to clarify intentions or definitions.

Note: Often used to ask for clarification or to express intent.

significado

Exemple:

The means of the word is essential for understanding.

O significado da palavra é essencial para a compreensão.

Can you explain the means of this phrase?

Você pode explicar o significado desta frase?

Utilisation: formalContexte: Used in educational or academic settings.

Note: Refers to the meaning or definition of a term or phrase.

forma

Exemple:

She has her own means of doing things.

Ela tem sua própria forma de fazer as coisas.

The means by which we learn can vary.

A forma pela qual aprendemos pode variar.

Utilisation: informalContexte: Used in casual conversations about methods or styles.

Note: Refers to the way or manner in which something is done.

method

A method is a particular way of doing something or achieving a result.

Exemple: One method of transportation is by car.

Note: Method is often used in a more structured or systematic context compared to means.

way

Way refers to a method, style, or manner of doing something.

Exemple: There are many ways to solve this problem.

Note: Way is more general and versatile, often used in a broader sense compared to means.

approach

Approach refers to a way of dealing with a situation or problem.

Exemple: We need to consider a different approach to this issue.

Note: Approach emphasizes the strategy or perspective taken in addressing something, different from means which focuses on the method or tool used.

instrument

An instrument is a tool or means used to achieve a specific purpose.

Exemple: Education is an important instrument for social change.

Note: Instrument often conveys a sense of being a tool or mechanism used for a specific purpose, similar to means but with a focus on functionality.

By all means

This phrase means 'certainly' or 'of course'. It is used to give permission or express willingness for something to be done.

Exemple: You can go ahead and start the project by all means.

Note: While 'means' refers to a method or way of doing something, 'by all means' is an idiomatic expression indicating permission or encouragement.

By no means

This phrase means 'definitely not' or 'in no way'. It is used to emphasize that something is not allowed or advisable.

Exemple: By no means should you attempt to fix the machine without proper training.

Note: Similar to 'by all means', 'by no means' is an idiomatic expression that negates the original meaning of 'means' and emphasizes a strong denial or prohibition.

Ends and means

This phrase refers to the methods or actions taken to achieve a goal or objective.

Exemple: She believed that the ends justify the means, so she did whatever it took to win the competition.

Note: While 'means' typically refers to the way or method used to accomplish something, 'ends and means' focuses on the relationship between the desired outcome (ends) and the methods employed to achieve it (means).

Know what one means

This phrase means to understand or comprehend what someone is trying to convey.

Exemple: I don't think he knows what I mean when I say 'take the initiative'.

Note: While 'means' can refer to methods or ways of doing things, 'know what one means' specifically pertains to understanding someone's communication or intention.

Make ends meet

This phrase means to have enough money to cover basic expenses or to make a living.

Exemple: With the rising cost of living, it's becoming harder for many families to make ends meet.

Note: While 'means' can refer to various methods or resources, 'make ends meet' specifically focuses on financial sufficiency to cover expenses.

By any means

This phrase means using any possible method or resource, regardless of how extreme or difficult it may be.

Exemple: We must finish this project by any means necessary to meet the deadline.

Note: Similar to 'by all means', 'by any means' emphasizes the use of any method to achieve a goal, regardless of the challenges or obstacles faced.

A means to an end

This phrase refers to using something as a way to achieve a particular result or goal.

Exemple: For him, working at the company was just a means to an end – he wanted to gain experience to start his own business.

Note: While 'means' can refer to methods or resources, 'a means to an end' specifically highlights the instrumental nature of something in achieving a desired outcome.

The real McCoy

Authentic or genuine; the real thing.

Exemple: This watch is the real McCoy, not a fake.

Note: The phrase 'The real McCoy' implies something is authentic or the genuine article, unlike the word 'means' which refers to a method or way of achieving something.

Money talks

Money has persuasive power or influence.

Exemple: In this town, money talks.

Note: While 'means' typically refers to methods or resources for accomplishing something, 'money talks' emphasizes the persuasive power of money.

Get the message

To understand or comprehend something, especially a hint or signal.

Exemple: I think she understands now; she finally got the message.

Note: While 'means' is about methods or resources, 'get the message' focuses on understanding or receiving a communicated idea.

Read between the lines

To grasp a hidden meaning or interpret something that is not directly stated.

Exemple: You need to read between the lines to understand what she really meant.

Note: Unlike 'means' which refers to methods, 'read between the lines' suggests interpreting deeper nuances and underlying messages.

Cut to the chase

To get to the main point or essential part without unnecessary details.

Exemple: Let's cut to the chase and get to the main point of the discussion.

Note: 'Cut to the chase' involves getting straight to the point, contrasting with 'means' which involves methods or ways of achieving something.

The ins and outs

All the details or intricacies of a situation or subject.

Exemple: I'll explain all the ins and outs of the project to you.

Note: 'The ins and outs' refers to the details and complexities of a topic, unlike 'means' which focuses on the methods or tools used to accomplish something.

Mumbo jumbo

Confusing or meaningless language that is difficult to understand.

Exemple: I couldn't follow his speech; it was all mumbo jumbo to me.

Note: 'Mumbo jumbo' describes confusing language, while 'means' pertains to methods or resources for achieving a goal or outcome.

Means of transportation have greatly improved over the years.

Os meios de transporte melhoraram muito ao longo dos anos.

We need to find a means to solve this problem.

Precisamos encontrar um meio para resolver este problema.

The company provided us with all the necessary means to complete the project.

A empresa nos forneceu todos os meios necessários para completar o projeto.

Means - Verbe (Verb) / Verbe, 3ème personne du singulier au présent (Verb, 3rd person singular present)

Lemme: mean

Conjugaisons

Adjectif, comparatif (Adjective, comparative): meaner

Adjectif, superlatif (Adjective, superlative): meanest

Adjectif (Adjective): mean

Nom, pluriel (Noun, plural): means

Nom, singulier ou massif (Noun, singular or mass): mean

Verbe, passé simple (Verb, past tense): meant

Verbe, participe passé (Verb, past participle): meant

Verbe, gérondif ou participe présent (Verb, gerund or present participle): meaning

Verbe, 3ème personne du singulier au présent (Verb, 3rd person singular present): means

Verbe, forme de base (Verb, base form): mean

Verbe, présent non à la 3ème personne du singulier (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): mean

Syllabes, Séparation et Accent

means contient 1 syllabes: mean

Transcription phonétique: ˈmēn

mean , ˈmēn (La syllabe rouge est accentuée)

L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000.

means: 700 - 800 (Extrêmement Commun).

Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.

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