abrir
Irregular Participle Level A1 ⭐ #21 Most CommonEnglish translation: to open / to unlock
Presente
Opening actions.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| eu | abro | |
| tu | abres | |
| ele / ela / você | abre | |
| nós | abrimos | |
| vós | abris | |
| eles / elas / vocês | abrem |
- O banco abre às nove da manhã. — Banka sabah dokuzda açılıyor.
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Frequently Asked Questions: ABRIR
Is "abrir" a regular or irregular verb in Portuguese? ▾
"abrir" is classified as a Irregular Participle verb in Portuguese. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "aberto (particípio irregular)". Latin aperire -> apertus yielding Portuguese aberto. Past participle is irregular: 'aberto' (NOT 'abrido').
What does "abrir" mean in English? ▾
In English, "abrir" translates primarily to "to open / to unlock". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "abrir"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "A loja está abrida." instead of "A loja está aberta.". Why? Participle is irregular: aberto / aberta.
What are common idioms or expressions with "abrir"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Abrir o jogo" which means "To be completely honest / put cards on table" (e.g. "Ele decidiu abrir o jogo com todos.").
How can I practice and memorize "abrir" conjugations? ▾
Use Verbpedia's built-in interactive flashcards, pronounce each form using native Web Speech audio, and complete the instant mini-quiz below. You can also print a distraction-free A4 cheat sheet using the Print button above.
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