the likes of

• Expressão usada para se referir a pessoas ou coisas de determinado tipo, geralmente implicando comparação ou semelhança, especialmente ao mencionar alguém ou algo como exemplo de uma categoria.

A phrase used to refer to people or things of a particular type, often implying comparison or similarity, especially when mentioning someone or something as an example of a category.

1. People or things of a certain typeB2informal

   Used to refer to people or things that are similar to a particular person or thing, often implying a high level of fame, skill, or notoriety.

   Pessoas ou coisas do tipo

   • We have never seen the likes of such a talented musician.
   • The likes of Einstein and Newton changed the world.
   • I don't associate with the likes of him.

2. Such as (for examples)B2informal

   Used to introduce examples of a particular type of person or thing.

   Como

   • She enjoys reading classic authors, the likes of Austen and Dickens.
   • The store sells luxury brands, the likes of Gucci and Prada.
   • He avoids fast food, the likes of McDonald's and KFC.