beber
to drink
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/bɨˈbeɾ/
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Cultural Note
Portugal is one of the world's top wine producers, and 'beber um copo' (have a drink, literally 'drink a glass') is a daily social ritual. In Brazil, 'tomar' is often preferred over 'beber' for casual drinking: 'tomar uma cerveja' (have a beer).
📝 Example Sentences
Bebes café ou chá?
Do you drink coffee or tea?
Bebemos vinho do Porto no Natal.
We drink port wine at Christmas.
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