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A2 noun 7 دقيقة للقراءة

contactos

أمثلة contactos في 30 ثانية
الشرح contactos in your Level:
At the A1 level, you learn 'contactos' primarily in the context of your phone or a simple list. You might say 'O meu contacto é...' (My contact [number] is...) or 'Tenho o teu contacto' (I have your contact). It is treated as a basic piece of information, like a name or an address. Focus on the plural form 'os contactos' when referring to your phonebook. You will see this word on every 'Contact Us' page of a website. It is one of the first professional words you encounter because it is essential for communication. At this stage, don't worry about the 'c' spelling in Portugal vs Brazil; just focus on the fact that it means people you can call or email. You might practice by asking 'Qual é o teu contacto?' to a classmate. It is a very safe, neutral word to use. You should also recognize it in the phrase 'informação de contacto'. This level is about the 'who' and 'how' of reaching someone.
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At the A2 level, you start using 'contactos' to talk about networking and meeting people. You learn the verb 'fazer contactos' (to make contacts). You might describe your job by saying you need to talk to many 'contactos'. You also begin to understand that 'contactos' are not just phone numbers, but the people themselves. For example, 'Ele tem bons contactos' means he knows important people. You will use it with possessive pronouns like 'meus contactos' or 'seus contactos'. This is also when you distinguish between 'amigos' and 'contactos'. You might say, 'Não somos amigos, somos apenas contactos de trabalho'. You'll notice the word in advertisements ('Entre em contacto connosco'). You are expected to use the plural form correctly in sentences like 'Vou guardar os teus contactos'. This level focuses on the utility of the connections you have.
At the B1 level, 'contactos' becomes a tool for professional growth. You talk about 'expandir a rede de contactos' (expanding your network). You use it in more complex grammatical structures, such as 'Se eu tivesse mais contactos, encontraria um emprego melhor' (If I had more contacts, I would find a better job). You understand the difference between 'contacto direto' and 'contacto indireto'. You also start using the word in more abstract ways, like 'perder o contacto com a realidade' (to lose contact with reality), though the plural 'contactos' still mostly refers to people. You learn to write formal emails where you might say 'Agradeço o seu contacto' (I appreciate you reaching out). You understand the nuances of 'manter contacto' as a social obligation. This level is about the social and professional strategy involved in managing these connections.
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At the B2 level, you use 'contactos' to discuss influence and social capital. You might talk about 'tráfico de influências' involving 'contactos' in high places. You can use the word in sophisticated business contexts, such as 'estabelecer contactos diplomáticos' or 'contactos comerciais estratégicos'. Your vocabulary expands to include synonyms like 'interlocutores' or 'conhecimentos'. You are comfortable using the word in the passive voice: 'Foram estabelecidos novos contactos durante a cimeira'. You also understand idiomatic expressions better. You can debate the ethics of using 'contactos' to get ahead in life. Your pronunciation is more refined, correctly handling the European Portuguese 'c' or the Brazilian 't' sounds. This level is about the power and influence that a 'rede de contactos' provides.
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At the C1 level, you use 'contactos' with total precision and stylistic flair. You might use it in academic or sociological discussions about 'capital social' and 'redes de contactos'. You understand the subtle difference between 'contactos' and 'vínculos' (bonds). You can write complex reports about 'contactos interculturais' and their impact on globalization. You are aware of the historical evolution of the word and the orthographic debates surrounding it. You can use it in literary contexts to describe the 'contactos' between different eras or ideas. Your usage of the word is indistinguishable from a native speaker, including the correct prepositions and collocations in high-level formal writing. You might say 'A densidade da sua rede de contactos permitiu-lhe uma ascensão meteórica'. This level is about mastery and nuance.
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At the C2 level, 'contactos' is a versatile concept used to explore the depths of human and institutional connectivity. You can engage in philosophical discourse about the nature of 'contacto' as a fundamental human need versus 'contactos' as a transactional commodity in a neoliberal society. You can analyze the etymological roots from Latin 'contactus' and how it has branched into various Romance languages. You use the word in highly specialized fields, such as 'contactos linguísticos' (linguistic contact between languages) or 'contactos extraterrestres' in scientific speculation. You can manipulate the word for rhetorical effect in public speaking. You understand the most obscure idioms and regional variations across the entire Lusophone world, from Angola to Timor-Leste. At this level, the word is a brush in your hand, used to paint complex pictures of interaction.
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أمثلة

contactos في 30 ثانية

  • Refers to people you know, especially professional connections.
  • Commonly used for the list of names/numbers in a phone.
  • Usually plural ('contactos') when referring to multiple people or data.
  • Essential for networking ('fazer contactos') and business communication.
The Portuguese word contactos is the plural form of 'contacto' (or 'contato' in Brazil). While its literal origin refers to physical touch, its primary usage in modern Portuguese—especially at the A2 level and beyond—revolves around the network of people an individual knows. It encompasses friends, acquaintances, and most importantly, professional connections. In the digital age, contactos has become synonymous with the entries in one's phonebook or LinkedIn network. When a Portuguese speaker says they have 'bons contactos,' they are not referring to their tactile sensitivity but rather to their social capital—their ability to reach influential or helpful people.
Professional Context
In business, this word is vital. It refers to the list of clients, suppliers, or mentors one can call upon. Networking events are specifically designed to 'fazer contactos' (make contacts).

Para encontrar um novo emprego, é essencial ter bons contactos na indústria.

Digital Context
On a smartphone, the 'Contacts' app is translated as 'Contactos' (PT-PT) or 'Contatos' (PT-BR). It refers to the database of names, numbers, and emails.

Perdi todos os meus contactos quando o telemóvel se avariou.

Social Context
It can also refer to the act of reaching out. 'Manter contactos' means to stay in touch with people, ensuring the relationship remains active.

Durante a conferência, fiz muitos contactos interessantes.

Ele tem contactos em todo o mundo devido às suas viagens.

Podes dar-me os contactos do teu advogado?

Understanding contactos is fundamental because it moves beyond the basic 'amigo' (friend) to describe the complex web of human interaction that facilitates professional and social life in Portuguese-speaking societies.
Using contactos correctly requires understanding its role as a masculine plural noun. It usually follows verbs of possession, creation, or loss. For instance, 'ter' (to have), 'fazer' (to make/establish), 'perder' (to lose), and 'guardar' (to save/keep) are common partners.
Establishing Connections
When you meet someone new for professional reasons, you are 'estabelecendo contactos'. This is more formal than just 'conhecer pessoas'.

É importante fazer contactos logo no início da carreira.

Requesting Information
If you need someone's phone number or email, you ask for their 'contactos'. This is plural because it often implies both phone and email.

Por favor, deixe os seus contactos na receção.

Os meus contactos profissionais estão todos no LinkedIn.

Maintaining Relationships
Using 'manter' emphasizes the ongoing nature of networking. It's about not letting the connection go cold.

Eu tento manter contactos com os meus antigos colegas de faculdade.

Não tenho os contactos dele, podes enviar-me?

Ela usou os seus contactos para conseguir os bilhetes esgotados.

Precisamos de expandir os nossos contactos no mercado asiático.

By mastering these sentence patterns, you can navigate both social gatherings and professional environments with greater linguistic precision.
You will encounter contactos in a variety of real-world settings, ranging from the mundane to the highly strategic. In everyday life, the most common place is on your smartphone. When you switch your phone's language to Portuguese, your address book will be labeled 'Contactos'. You'll also hear it frequently in office environments. During a meeting, a boss might ask, 'Quem tem os contactos do fornecedor?' (Who has the supplier's contact details?). In the media, journalists often talk about 'fontes e contactos' (sources and contacts) when discussing how they broke a story.
In the Office
It's used to describe the network of the company. 'A nossa lista de contactos cresceu 20% este ano.'

Vou passar os contactos da equipa para o novo gestor.

At Networking Events
The phrase 'trocar contactos' (exchange contacts) is the standard way to suggest swapping business cards or phone numbers.

Gostaria de trocar contactos consigo para falarmos mais tarde.

O diretor tem contactos influentes no governo.

Customer Support
Websites always have a 'Contactos' page. It provides the address, phone, and email for the business.

Pode consultar os nossos contactos no rodapé do site.

Ele perdeu todos os contactos quando mudou de emprego.

Não te preocupes, eu tenho os contactos certos para resolver isso.

A agenda dele está cheia de contactos internacionais.

Whether you are looking at a screen or talking to a colleague, this word is the backbone of connectivity in the Lusophone world.
For English speakers, contactos seems like an easy cognate, but there are pitfalls. The most common mistake is using the singular 'contacto' when the plural is required by convention. In English, we might say 'What is your contact info?', but in Portuguese, it is almost always plural: 'Quais são os seus contactos?'. Another mistake is the spelling difference between European Portuguese (PT-PT) and Brazilian Portuguese (PT-BR).
Singular vs. Plural
Using 'contacto' to mean a phone number is technically correct but sounds incomplete. It's better to use 'número de telefone' or the plural 'contactos' if you mean the whole entry.

Dá-me o teu contacto. (Awkward)
Dá-me os teus contactos. (Natural)

The 'Silent C' Confusion
In Portugal, writing 'contatos' (without the C) is considered a spelling error based on the old rules, though the 1990 agreement sought to unify this. In practice, PT-PT keeps the 'c' if it is pronounced, and in 'contactos', many speakers do slightly articulate it or it changes the 'a' sound.

Escreve-se 'contactos' em Portugal e 'contatos' no Brasil.

Preposition Errors
Avoid saying 'contactos para'. Usually, it is 'contactos de' (contacts of/from) or 'contactos com' (contacts with).

Tenho muitos contactos com empresas locais.

Não confunda contactos com amigos íntimos; a relação é diferente.

Preciso de atualizar os meus contactos antigos.

Ela é uma pessoa com muitos contactos, ela pode ajudar.

Avoiding these slips will make your Portuguese sound more natural and professional.
While contactos is the most versatile term, several other words can be used depending on the level of intimacy or the specific context. Understanding these nuances is key to moving from A2 to B1 proficiency.
Conhecidos (Acquaintances)
Use this when referring to people you know but aren't necessarily professional links. It's more personal than 'contactos' but less than 'amigos'.

Tenho alguns conhecidos naquela cidade.

Ligações (Connections/Links)
This implies a deeper or more structural connection, often used in business to describe ties between companies or influential people.

A empresa tem fortes ligações com o setor bancário.

Rede de Contactos (Networking Network)
This is the full phrase for 'network'. It sounds very professional and strategic.

Expandir a minha rede de contactos é o meu objetivo este ano.

Ele não é meu amigo, é apenas um contacto de trabalho.

Os meus contactos são confidenciais.

Precisamos de novos contactos para este projeto.

By choosing the right word, you show a deeper understanding of social dynamics in Portuguese.
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1

Onde estão os teus contactos?

Where are your contacts?

Plural masculine noun with possessive 'teus'.

2

Eu tenho o contacto dela.

I have her contact (number).

Singular used here for a specific piece of info.

3

Estes são os meus contactos.

These are my contacts.

Demonstrative 'estes' matches gender and number.

4

Podes dar-me o teu contacto?

Can you give me your contact?

Direct object 'o teu contacto'.

5

Os contactos estão no telemóvel.

The contacts are on the cell phone.

Definite article 'os'.

6

Não tenho contactos em Lisboa.

I don't have contacts in Lisbon.

Negative sentence with 'não'.

7

Guarda os meus contactos, por favor.

Save my contacts, please.

Imperative verb 'guarda'.

8

Quais são os contactos do hotel?

What are the hotel's contact details?

Interrogative 'quais' matches plural 'contactos'.

1

Preciso de fazer novos contactos para o trabalho.

I need to make new contacts for work.

Verb phrase 'fazer contactos'.

2

Ela tem muitos contactos importantes.

She has many important contacts.

Adjective 'importantes' is plural.

3

Perdi os meus contactos quando o telemóvel partiu.

I lost my contacts when the phone broke.

Past tense 'perdi'.

4

Vamos trocar contactos no final da reunião.

Let's exchange contacts at the end of the meeting.

Verb 'trocar'.

5

Ele usa os seus contactos para ajudar os amigos.

He uses his contacts to help friends.

Verb 'usar'.

6

Tens os contactos do novo fornecedor?

Do you have the new supplier's contacts?

Contraction 'do' (de + o).

7

A lista de contactos é muito longa.

The contact list is very long.

Noun phrase 'lista de contactos'.

8

Manter contactos é essencial nesta profissão.

Maintaining contacts is essential in this profession.

Gerund-like infinitive usage.

1

É fundamental expandir a nossa rede de contactos.

It is fundamental to expand our network of contacts.

Professional term 'rede de contactos'.

2

Agradecemos o seu contacto e responderemos brevemente.

We appreciate your contact and will respond shortly.

Formal singular 'contacto' meaning the act of reaching out.

3

Temos excelentes contactos na área da tecnologia.

We have excellent contacts in the technology area.

Adjective 'excelentes'.

4

Ele perdeu o contacto com a família durante anos.

He lost contact with his family for years.

Abstract singular 'contacto'.

5

Pode facultar-me os contactos do departamento financeiro?

Can you provide me with the finance department's contacts?

Formal verb 'facultar'.

6

Os contactos foram estabelecidos através do LinkedIn.

The contacts were established through LinkedIn.

Passive voice 'foram estabelecidos'.

7

Ela tem contactos influentes em vários países.

She has influential contacts in several countries.

Adjective 'influentes'.

8

Não se esqueça de atualizar os seus contactos.

Don't forget to update your contacts.

Reflexive verb 'esquecer-se'.

1

A empresa está a reativar antigos contactos comerciais.

The company is reactivating old business contacts.

Continuous action 'está a reativar'.

2

Os contactos diplomáticos foram intensificados esta semana.

Diplomatic contacts were intensified this week.

Plural agreement 'intensificados'.

3

Graças aos seus contactos, conseguiu o financiamento.

Thanks to his contacts, he got the funding.

Prepositional phrase 'Graças a'.

4

O jornalista protege a identidade dos seus contactos.

The journalist protects the identity of his contacts.

Direct object 'identidade'.

5

Estabelecemos contactos preliminares com os investidores.

We established preliminary contacts with the investors.

Adjective 'preliminares'.

6

A sua rede de contactos é o seu maior ativo.

His network of contacts is his greatest asset.

Noun 'ativo' (asset).

7

Houve vários contactos entre as duas facções.

There were several contacts between the two factions.

Impersonal 'haver' in the past.

8

Ela move-se bem em círculos com muitos contactos.

She moves well in circles with many contacts.

Idiomatic 'mover-se bem'.

1

A densidade da rede de contactos influencia o sucesso.

The density of the contact network influences success.

Abstract noun 'densidade'.

2

Os contactos interculturais promovem a tolerância.

Intercultural contacts promote tolerance.

Compound adjective 'interculturais'.

3

Houve uma quebra nos contactos institucionais.

There was a break in institutional contacts.

Noun 'quebra' (break/drop).

4

A gestão de contactos exige discrição e tacto.

Contact management requires discretion and tact.

Gerund-like noun 'gestão'.

5

Os contactos foram mantidos sob sigilo absoluto.

The contacts were kept under absolute secrecy.

Adverbial phrase 'sob sigilo'.

6

O autor explora os contactos entre literatura e cinema.

The author explores the contacts between literature and cinema.

Metaphorical usage.

7

A eficácia dos contactos depende da reciprocidade.

The effectiveness of contacts depends on reciprocity.

Noun 'reciprocidade'.

8

Ele possui contactos privilegiados na alta finança.

He possesses privileged contacts in high finance.

Adjective 'privilegiados'.

1

A fenomenologia do contacto humano é complexa.

The phenomenology of human contact is complex.

Academic terminology.

2

Os contactos linguísticos moldam a evolução dos idiomas.

Linguistic contacts shape the evolution of languages.

Scientific context.

3

A rarefação dos contactos sociais preocupa os sociólogos.

The thinning of social contacts worries sociologists.

Sophisticated noun 'rarefação'.

4

Estabeleceu contactos de cariz puramente técnico.

He established contacts of a purely technical nature.

Formal phrase 'de cariz'.

5

A teia de contactos estende-se por todo o continente.

The web of contacts extends across the entire continent.

Metaphor 'teia' (web).

6

Os contactos foram esporádicos mas significativos.

The contacts were sporadic but significant.

Adjective 'esporádicos'.

7

A diplomacia assenta na manutenção de contactos constantes.

Diplomacy is based on the maintenance of constant contacts.

Verb 'assentar em' (to be based on).

8

O declínio dos contactos presenciais altera a sociedade.

The decline of face-to-face contacts alters society.

Adjective 'presenciais'.

تلازمات شائعة

fazer contactos
perder contactos
trocar contactos
manter contactos
rede de contactos
lista de contactos
contactos profissionais
contactos importantes
pedir contactos
entrar em contacto

العبارات الشائعة

Entre em contacto

— Get in touch. Used in ads and formal requests.

Entre em contacto connosco para saber mais.

Ponto de contacto

— Point of contact. The person responsible for communication.

Eu serei o seu ponto de contacto nesta empresa.

Informação de contacto

— Contact information like email and phone.

Por favor, preencha a sua informação de contacto.

Contactos de emergência

— Peopl

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