abrir

to open

Beginner Verb

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Pronunciation

/ɐˈbɾiɾ/

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Cultural Note

The past participle of 'abrir' is irregular: 'aberto' (not 'abrido'). 'Abrir' is also used figuratively: 'abrir o coração' (open your heart) and 'abrir mão de' (to give up / let go of something).

📝 Example Sentences

Abre a janela, está muito calor.

Open the window, it's very hot.

A loja abre às nove.

The store opens at nine.

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fechar

to close, to shut

Verb

porta

door

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