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abraçar — meaning in English

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English meaning

comply verb To act in accordance with a rule, request, or law.
embrace verb To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.
hug verb To wrap your arms around someone and hold them close, usually to show affection or comfort.

Senses

abraçar is used for these senses in English:

comply To yield assent; to accord; to acquiesce, agree, consent; to adapt oneself, to conform.
hug (transitive, figurative) To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.

embrace — full definition

verb To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.
verb To accept an idea, opportunity, or change willingly and enthusiastically.
noun An act of holding someone closely in one's arms; a hug.

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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”.

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”.

Related Portuguese words

aquiescer assentir concordar cumprir cumprimentar abraço