What is the Portuguese word for "deforestation"?

Learn how to say "deforestation" in Portuguese with examples and practice

English

deforestation

Portuguese

desmatamento

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Examples of how to use "deforestation" in Portuguese

English
Amazon deforestation is a serious global issue.
Portuguese
O desmatamento na Amazônia é um problema global sério.
English
Deforestation reduces animal habitats very quickly.
Portuguese
O desmatamento reduz os habitats dos animais muito rapidamente.
English
Farmers cleared land; deforestation increased last year.
Portuguese
Os agricultores desmataram terras; o desmatamento aumentou no ano passado.
English
We discussed deforestation during the science class.
Portuguese
Discutimos o desmatamento durante a aula de ciências.
English
Deforestation can cause soil erosion and floods.
Portuguese
O desmatamento pode causar erosão do solo e enchentes.
English
Many countries are trying to stop deforestation now.
Portuguese
Muitos países estão tentando parar o desmatamento agora.

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Amazon deforestation is a serious global issue.

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