empurrar
to push
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ẽpuˈʁaɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Empurrar com a barriga' is a popular Brazilian expression meaning to procrastinate or keep postponing something — literally 'to push with the belly.' Signs on doors read 'empurre' (push).
📝 Example Sentences
Empurra a porta para fechar.
Push the door to close it.
Não me empurres!
Don't push me!