apertao
nounmasculinecoloquial/ɐpɨɾˈtɐ̃w̃/low
a·per·tão
Definition
Difficult situation, tight spot, squeeze; crowded place.
The metro at rush hour is always a crush.
I'm in a tight spot financially this month.
Etymology
Forma apocopada e coloquial de 'apertação' ou 'aperto'.