medida

This is the 222nd most frequent Portuguese word.


medida

"Medida" means "measure" in English.


Here, 'medida' is used to mean an action or step taken to address a situation.

Tomamos uma medida urgente para resolver o problema.

We took an urgent measure to solve the issue.


In this sentence, 'medida' refers to the dimensions or specifications needed for making something customized.

Comprei um móvel por medida para o meu quarto.

I bought a custom-made piece of furniture for my room.


Here, 'medida' is part of a phrase meaning 'insofar as,' indicating a conditional relation based on a particular criterion.

Essa proposta é positiva na medida em que promove a inclusão.

This proposal is positive insofar as it promotes inclusion.