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wasteful in Portuguese

wasteful in Portuguese is desperdiçador — wasteful means using more of something than is needed, or using it carelessly.

wasteful in Portuguese

desperdiçador
adj
Inclined to waste or squander money or resources.

What does "wasteful" mean?

  1. adjective Using more of something than is needed, or using it carelessly.
    "Leaving the tap running is wasteful."
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wasteful in a sentence

  • Leaving the tap running is wasteful.
  • The company was criticised for wasteful spending.

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What is "wasteful" in Portuguese?

"wasteful" in Portuguese is desperdiçador. wasteful means: Using more of something than is needed, or using it carelessly.

How do you use "wasteful" in a sentence?

Example: "Leaving the tap running is wasteful." In Portuguese, "wasteful" is desperdiçador.

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