illiteracy in Portuguese
illiteracy in Portuguese is analfabetismo, iliteracia — illiteracy means the lack of ability to read or write.
illiteracy in Portuguese
analfabetismo
(uncountable) The inability to read and write.
iliteracia
(uncountable) The inability to read and write.
What does "illiteracy" mean?
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noun The lack of ability to read or write.
"Illiteracy is widespread in certain areas of the country."
- noun The proportion of a population who cannot read or write, usually expressed as a percentage.
- noun A word or expression seen as typical of someone who cannot read or write well.
- noun A lack of education or knowledge; the condition of being uneducated.
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- Illiteracy is widespread in certain areas of the country.
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What is "illiteracy" in Portuguese?
"illiteracy" in Portuguese is analfabetismo, iliteracia. illiteracy means: The lack of ability to read or write.
Are there other ways to say "illiteracy" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "illiteracy": analfabetismo, iliteracia.
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