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Is the word derrota the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The meaning, spelling, and grammatical function of "derrota" are identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference lies in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels are generally more open and the rhythm is more melodic. In Continental Portuguese, the vowels (especially unstressed ones) tend to be more closed, and the pronunciation is often more "clipped" or "staccato."

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. A derrota do time foi muito triste. (The team's defeat was very sad.)
2. Ele não aceitou a derrota de boa vontade. (He did not accept the defeat graciously.)
3. A derrota nas eleições foi uma surpresa. (The defeat in the elections was a surprise.)
4. Cada derrota nos ensina uma lição. (Every defeat teaches us a lesson.)
5. A derrota no campeonato deixou os torcedores magoados. (The defeat in the championship left the fans hurt.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

1. A derrota da equipa foi muito triste. (The team's defeat was very sad.)
2. Ele não aceitou a derrota facilmente. (He did not accept the defeat easily.)
3. A derrota nas eleições foi uma surpresa. (The defeat in the elections was a surprise.)
4. Cada derrota ensina-nos uma lição. (Every defeat teaches us a lesson.)
5. A derrota no campeonato deixou os adeptos magoados. (The defeat in the championship left the fans hurt.)