well
definitions
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noun
A hole or shaft sunk into the earth to obtain water, oil, gas, or other natural resources.pt: Poço; cisterna
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noun
An enclosed space in a building used for stairs, elevators, or vertical pipes.pt: Caixa de escada; poço
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noun
A source or abundant supply of something, often abstract (e.g., knowledge, emotion).pt: Fonte; origem
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adverb
In a good, satisfactory, or acceptable manner; successfully.pt: Bem; corretamente
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adverb
To a great extent or degree; considerably.pt: Muito; consideravelmente
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adverb
Used to introduce a remark, resume a narrative, or express resignation (interjectional use).pt: Bem; então
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adjective
In good health; free from illness.pt: Saudável; bom de saúde
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adjective
Advisable or prudent; best.pt: Aconselhável; prudente
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verb
To rise to the surface and flow out, like water from a well or spring (often followed by 'up' or 'out').pt: Jorrar; brotar
examples
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They dug a deep well to access the underground aquifer.
Eles cavaram um poço fundo para acessar o aquífero subterrâneo.
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The elevator cables run through the central well of the building.
Os cabos do elevador passam pelo poço central do edifício.
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She is a well of information regarding local history.
Ela é uma fonte de informações sobre a história local.
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The project was completed well ahead of schedule.
O projeto foi concluído bem antes do prazo.
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It is well past midnight now.
Já passou muito da meia-noite agora.
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Well, I suppose we should get going.
Bem, acho que devemos ir embora.
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I don't feel very well today.
Não me sinto muito bem hoje.
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It would be well to check the facts before publishing.
Seria aconselhável verificar os fatos antes de publicar.
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Tears welled up in her eyes as she read the letter.
Lágrimas brotaram em seus olhos enquanto ela lia a carta.