Parado
Idling
Language note: Refers to stands or pauses, often in traffic.
Culture note: 'Parado' moments can be reflective, akin to a coffee break.
Context: The driver says the taxi idled a lot in traffic, which increased the fare.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Parado
[pah-RAH-doo]
Stopped
Ceased to move or function.
O táxi ficou parado no trânsito por muito tempo.
The taxi was stopped in traffic for a long time.
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