emagrecer
to lose weight; to slim down
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/i.mɐ.ɡɾɨ.ˈseɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Emagrecer' is the opposite of 'engordar' (to gain weight). Brazilian media and advertising have historically promoted thinness, though body positivity and acceptance of diverse body types have grown significantly in recent years.
📝 Example Sentences
Ela quer emagrecer antes do verão.
She wants to lose weight before summer.
Ele emagreceu dez quilos em seis meses.
He lost ten kilos in six months.