varrer
to sweep
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/va.ˈʁeɾ/
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Cultural Note
Sweeping is one of the most common daily chores in Brazilian homes, as many have tile or hardwood floors rather than carpet. There is a superstition that sweeping someone's feet will prevent them from getting married. In Portuguese, 'varrer para debaixo do tapete' means to sweep under the rug.
📝 Example Sentences
Eu varro a casa todos os dias.
I sweep the house every day.
Ela varreu a calçada de manhã.
She swept the sidewalk in the morning.
Preciso varrer debaixo da cama.
I need to sweep under the bed.