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partir

Regular 3rd Conjugation (-ir) Level A1 ⭐ #34 Most Common

English translation: to leave / to break

Stem Pattern: Model regular -ir verb: parto, partes, parte, partimos, partem
💡 Key Usage Note: 'A partir de' means 'starting from / as of'.
📘 Linguistic Rule: Serves as the benchmark model for all regular Portuguese -ir verbs across all tenses.
⚖️ Partir vs Sair (Leaving)
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Present (Presente)

Leaving or breaking now.

Subject Pronoun Conjugation Audio
eu parto
tu partes
ele/ela/você parte
nós partimos
vós partis
eles/elas/vocês partem
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AI Smart Tutor: 'PARTIR' Insights

Linguistic breakdowns & native shortcuts

Smart Tips
🧠 Memory Trick (Mnemonic)

Cognate with English 'part' and 'depart'.

⚠️ Most Common Student Mistake
✗ Don't say: Nós partemos amanhã
✓ Say instead: Nós partimos amanhã

Why: -ir verbs use -imos in present plural: partimos (not partemos).

🗣️ Essential Native Idioms with 'partir'
Partir o coração

= To break someone's heart

"Aquela despedida partiu-me o coração."

A partir de agora

= From now on / starting today

"A partir de agora, tudo vai mudar."

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Frequently Asked Questions: PARTIR

Is "partir" a regular or irregular verb in Portuguese? ▾

"partir" is classified as a Regular 3rd Conjugation (-ir) verb in Portuguese. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "Model regular -ir verb: parto, partes, parte, partimos, partem". Serves as the benchmark model for all regular Portuguese -ir verbs across all tenses. 'A partir de' means 'starting from / as of'.

What does "partir" mean in English? ▾

In English, "partir" translates primarily to "to leave / to break". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.

What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "partir"? ▾

A frequent error is saying "Nós partemos amanhã" instead of "Nós partimos amanhã". Why? -ir verbs use -imos in present plural: partimos (not partemos).

What are common idioms or expressions with "partir"? ▾

A popular idiom is "Partir o coração" which means "To break someone's heart" (e.g. "Aquela despedida partiu-me o coração.").

How can I practice and memorize "partir" 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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How do you conjugate 'ele' in the pretérito perfeito of partir?

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