Violado describes something that has had its boundaries or rules crossed without permission.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Refers to something that has been broken or infringed.
- Used for physical spaces, rights, or rules.
- Implies an unauthorized intrusion or breach.
Visão Geral
'Violado' é um adjetivo derivado do verbo 'violar'. Indica que um limite, físico ou abstrato, foi ultrapassado sem autorização. Pode ser aplicado a objetos, espaços, direitos ou leis. 2) Padrões de Uso: Geralmente é utilizado com o verbo 'ser' ou 'estar' para descrever um estado resultante de uma ação externa. Exemplo: 'O lacre estava violado'. 3) Contextos Comuns: É muito frequente em contextos jurídicos (direitos violados), segurança (correspondência ou cofre violado) e ética (princípios violados). 4) Comparação: Diferente de 'quebrado', que foca na destruição material, 'violado' enfatiza a invasão de uma esfera que deveria ser protegida ou mantida em sigilo.
Examples
O lacre da embalagem foi violado.
everydayThe package seal was broken/tampered with.
Os direitos do cidadão foram violados.
formalThe citizen's rights were infringed.
A regra de ouro foi violada pelo grupo.
informalThe golden rule was broken by the group.
A privacidade do usuário foi violada.
academicThe user's privacy was violated.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
lacre violado
tampered seal
direitos violados
violated rights
espaço violado
invaded space
Often Confused With
Quebrado means physically broken or shattered. Violado focuses on the breach of a rule or a security measure.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Violado is typically used in formal or serious contexts. It is a passive adjective that implies an external agent caused the state. Avoid using it for trivial physical damage where 'quebrado' is more appropriate.
Common Mistakes
Students often use 'violado' for any type of damage. Remember that it implies a sense of invasion, rule-breaking, or unauthorized access to something that should be protected.
Tips
Focus on the context of intrusion
Think of 'violado' as a breach of security. Use it whenever something private was accessed without permission.
Avoid using for simple accidents
Do not use 'violado' for a glass that fell and shattered. Use 'quebrado' for accidental physical damage.
Legal and human rights context
In Brazil, the phrase 'direitos violados' is frequently used in media to discuss social justice. It carries a heavy, serious tone.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'violare', meaning to treat with violence or dishonor. It entered Portuguese directly through the Latin root.
Cultural Context
In Brazilian culture, the term is strongly associated with the protection of private property and individual rights. It carries a sense of indignation when used in public discourse.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'violation'. If you see a violation, something has been 'violado'.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsQuebrado refere-se a algo fisicamente partido ou danificado. Violado implica que uma norma, um sigilo ou um limite de segurança foi desrespeitado.
Sim, mas no sentido de direitos ou dignidade. Diz-se que os direitos humanos foram violados, indicando uma ofensa grave.
Sim, é comum em relatórios, notícias e contextos jurídicos. Em situações muito informais, as pessoas preferem termos como 'aberto' ou 'mexido'.
Test Yourself
O envelope da carta estava ___ quando chegou.
Envelope é um objeto que deve ser mantido selado; se aberto sem autorização, está violado.
Score: /1
Summary
Violado describes something that has had its boundaries or rules crossed without permission.
- Refers to something that has been broken or infringed.
- Used for physical spaces, rights, or rules.
- Implies an unauthorized intrusion or breach.
Focus on the context of intrusion
Think of 'violado' as a breach of security. Use it whenever something private was accessed without permission.
Avoid using for simple accidents
Do not use 'violado' for a glass that fell and shattered. Use 'quebrado' for accidental physical damage.
Legal and human rights context
In Brazil, the phrase 'direitos violados' is frequently used in media to discuss social justice. It carries a heavy, serious tone.
Examples
4 of 4O lacre da embalagem foi violado.
The package seal was broken/tampered with.
Os direitos do cidadão foram violados.
The citizen's rights were infringed.
A regra de ouro foi violada pelo grupo.
The golden rule was broken by the group.
A privacidade do usuário foi violada.
The user's privacy was violated.
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