perder
Irregular (-er) Level A2 ⭐ #45 Most CommonEnglish translation: to lose / to miss
Presente do Indicativo
Losing.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| eu | perco | |
| tu | perdes | |
| ele/ela/você | perde | |
| nós | perdemos | |
| vós | perdeis | |
| eles/elas/vocês | perdem |
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Frequently Asked Questions: PERDER
Is "perder" a regular or irregular verb in Portuguese? ▾
"perder" is classified as a Irregular (-er) verb in Portuguese. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "perco, perdes, perde / perdi". Features an epenthetic -c- /k/ in 1st person singular (eu perco) and present subjunctive (eu perca). Other forms are regular. Irregular 1st person present: 'eu perco'. Used for missing trains: 'perder o comboio'.
What does "perder" mean in English? ▾
In English, "perder" translates primarily to "to lose / to miss". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A2 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "perder"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Eu perdo a chave" instead of "Eu perco a chave". Why? 1st person present has an irregular velar consonant: eu perco.
What are common idioms or expressions with "perder"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Perder a cabeça" which means "To lose one's temper / head" (e.g. "Não percas a cabeça por coisas pequenas.").
How can I practice and memorize "perder" conjugations? ▾
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