means

US /miːnz/
UK /miːnz/
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1.

meio, método

a method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished

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He achieved his goals by fair means.
Ele alcançou seus objetivos por meios justos.
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The internet is a powerful means of communication.
A internet é um poderoso meio de comunicação.
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methodwaymodeprocessinstrument
2.

meios, recursos

money or other resources that a person or group has

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They live within their means.
Eles vivem dentro de seus meios.
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He doesn't have the means to buy a new car.
Ele não tem os meios para comprar um carro novo.
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resourcesfundsincomewealthcapital
1.

significar, querer dizer

to convey, show, or signify (something)

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What do you mean by that?
O que você quer dizer com isso?
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The red light means stop.
A luz vermelha significa parar.
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signifydenoteimplyindicateexpress
2.

pretender, ter a intenção de

to intend (something) to occur or be done

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I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
Eu não queria magoar seus sentimentos.
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He means to finish the project by Friday.
Ele pretende terminar o projeto até sexta-feira.
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