engatar
to pick up / to hit on (PT)
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ẽ.ɡa.ˈtaʁ/
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Cultural Note
Engatar is the European Portuguese equivalent of Brazil's 'paquerar.' It literally means 'to hook/latch on.' Portuguese dating culture tends to be more reserved than Brazilian, with less overt flirting and more gradual courtship.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele tentou engatar uma rapariga na discoteca.
He tried to pick up a girl at the club.
Saímos para engatar no sábado à noite.
We went out to pick up people on Saturday night.