Portuguese Word of the Day
abrir
/a-BRIR/ • verb — 4th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to open
Examples
- Eu vou abrir a janela para deixar entrar o ar fresco.
(I am going to open the window to let in the fresh air.) - Pode abrir o livro na página 10, por favor?
(Can you open the book to page 10, please?) - Nós precisamos abrir uma conta no banco.
(We need to open an account at the bank.)
Synonyms
- desdobrar
- revelar
The verb 'abrir' is commonly used when referring to physically opening something, like doors or containers, as well as starting new processes, such as opening accounts or starting discussions.
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