Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pressa

noun
/ˈprɛsə/
Definition
a state of urgency or haste
Examples
  • Ela estava com pressa para chegar à reunião. (She was in a hurry to get to the meeting.)
  • Não tenha pressa, você ainda tem tempo. (Don’t rush, you still have time.)
Meaning
The word ‘pressa’ refers to a situation where there is a need to act quickly or where time constraints are present.
Synonyms
  • correria
  • urgência
  • apressamento