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impose in Portuguese

impose in Portuguese is impor, abusar — impose means to officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

impose in Portuguese

impor

verb

To apply, enforce, or establish (something, often regarded as burdensome as a restriction or tax: see sense 1.2.1) with authority.

abusar

verb

To encroach or intrude, especially in a manner regarded as unfair or unwarranted; to presume, to take advantage of; also, to be a burden or inconvenience.

What does "impose" mean?

verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.
"The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town centre."
verb To force something onto someone unwelcome or without their consent.
"Parents shouldn't impose their own career dreams on their children."
verb (often "impose on/upon") To take unfair advantage of someone's time, kindness, or hospitality.
"She felt she was imposing on her friends by staying for a whole week."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

impose in a sentence

The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town centre.
The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel.
Parents shouldn't impose their own career dreams on their children.
It is unfair to impose extra work on a team that is already stretched.

Similar words in Portuguese

constrain enforce enjoin exact force

Common Portuguese translations

the of to AND A in I that for you IT on

Frequently asked questions

What is "impose" in Portuguese?

"impose" in Portuguese is impor, abusar. impose means: To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

How do you use "impose" in a sentence?

Example: "The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town centre." In Portuguese, "impose" is impor, abusar.

Are there other ways to say "impose" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "impose": impor, abusar.

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