levantar-se
to get up, to stand up
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/lɨvɐ̃ˈtaɾ.sɨ/
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Cultural Note
This is one of the essential reflexive verbs for describing daily routines. The non-reflexive 'levantar' means to lift or raise something: 'levantar a mão' (raise your hand). 'Levantar a moral' means to boost morale.
📝 Example Sentences
Levanto-me às sete da manhã.
I get up at seven in the morning.
Levanta-te! Já são horas.
Get up! It's time already.
Ele levantou-se da cadeira para cumprimentá-la.
He stood up from the chair to greet her.