responsável
responsible, dependable
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ʁɨʃ.põˈsa.vɛl/
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Cultural Note
Being responsável is a key compliment in professional settings across the Lusophone world. It also carries the meaning of being 'the person in charge,' as in 'quem é o responsável?' (who is in charge here?).
📝 Example Sentences
Ela é muito responsável no trabalho.
She is very responsible at work.
Quem é o responsável por este projeto?
Who is responsible for this project?
Precisamos de alguém responsável para esta tarefa.
We need someone dependable for this task.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | responsáveis |
| masculine_plural | responsáveis |
| feminine_singular | responsável |
| masculine_singular | responsável |