Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barata
Noun
/bəˈrɑːtə/
Definition
A large, winged insect of the order Blattodea, commonly known as a cockroach.
Examples
- Eu vi uma barata na cozinha.
- As baratas são resistentes e podem sobreviver em muitos ambientes.
- Sua presença em casa pode ser desagradável.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘barata’ refers to a cockroach, which is often associated with dirty environments but is an important part of the ecosystem as decomposers.
Synonyms
- gafanhoto
- inseto
- chupão