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

Yes

The word "vigilância" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammar in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is in pronunciation.

• In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels are more open and the syllables are articulated clearly.

• In Continental Portuguese, the unstressed vowels are more "closed" or reduced, making the word sound more consonant-heavy and faster.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. A vigilância do condomínio é excelente. (The condominium's surveillance is excellent.)
2. É preciso ter vigilância contra golpes no WhatsApp. (It is necessary to be vigilant against scams on WhatsApp.)
3. A vigilância sanitária interditou o restaurante. (The health surveillance closed the restaurant.)
4. Ele trabalha em uma empresa de vigilância armada. (He works at an armed security company.)
5. Precisamos de maior vigilância durante as férias. (We need greater vigilance during the holidays.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

1. A vigilância do prédio é bastante eficaz. (The building's surveillance is quite effective.)
2. É preciso ter vigilância contra burlas na internet. (It is necessary to be vigilant against scams on the internet.)
3. A vigilância da saúde inspecionou o restaurante. (Health surveillance inspected the restaurant.)
4. Ele trabalha na área de segurança e vigilância. (He works in the area of security and surveillance.)
5. É necessária uma vigilância constante dos sinais vitais. (Constant monitoring of vital signs is necessary.)