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- Votar means 'to vote' in Portuguese and is a regular -ar verb used in both formal and informal contexts.
- The most important rule is using the preposition 'em' (votar em) instead of 'para' or 'por' for choices.
- It is common in politics, reality shows, and everyday group decisions like choosing a restaurant.
- Conjugations are predictable, but watch out for contractions like 'no', 'na', and 'num'.
The Portuguese verb votar is a fundamental pillar of civic and personal decision-making. At its core, it translates to the English verb 'to vote.' However, its application extends beyond the simple act of casting a ballot in a national election. It encompasses the expression of a preference, the selection of a candidate, or the support for a specific proposal within any organized group, whether it be a corporate board, a classroom, or a family deciding where to go for dinner. In Portuguese, the verb is almost always followed by the preposition em (in/on) when specifying the target of the vote, a nuance that English speakers often find distinct from the English 'vote for'.
- Civic Duty
- The most common usage occurs during 'eleições' (elections). In Brazil, for example, 'votar' is not just a right but a mandatory duty for most citizens between 18 and 70 years old.
Eu sempre costumo votar logo pela manhã para evitar filas.
When you 'votar', you are participating in 'o sufrágio' (the suffrage). The verb is regular, following the standard -ar conjugation pattern, which makes it relatively easy for beginners to master once they understand the prepositional requirement. Unlike some verbs that change meaning significantly in different regions, 'votar' remains remarkably consistent across Portugal, Brazil, Angola, and Mozambique. It carries a weight of responsibility and choice. You might hear someone say 'Vou votar em branco' (I am going to vote blank), which is a specific political statement of neutrality or protest.
- Informal Settings
- In a group of friends, you might say 'Vamos votar para decidir o filme?' (Shall we vote to decide the movie?), showing its versatility in everyday life.
Eles decidiram votar no restaurante italiano.
The concept of 'votar' is deeply tied to the idea of 'vontade' (will). When you vote, you are expressing your 'vontade' through a formal process. This connection helps learners remember the word, as they share the same Latin root 'votum'. In modern contexts, 'votar' is also used extensively in digital spaces, such as 'votar em uma enquete' (voting in a poll) on social media platforms like Instagram or Twitter.
Using votar correctly requires attention to the subject-verb agreement and the specific prepositions that follow it. As a regular -ar verb, it conjugates predictably in all tenses. The most critical grammatical rule for English speakers to internalize is the transition from the English 'vote for' to the Portuguese votar em. When the preposition em meets an article, it contracts: em + o = no, em + a = na, em + um = num.
- Present Tense
- Used for current habits or future certainties. 'Eu voto no candidato da oposição' (I vote for/am voting for the opposition candidate).
Nós votamos sempre com consciência.
In the past tense (Pretérito Perfeito), it describes a completed action: 'Eles votaram ontem' (They voted yesterday). Notice that the third-person plural ending '-aram' is pronounced with the stress on the penultimate syllable, unlike the future '-arão'. This is a common point of confusion for students. For hypothetical situations, we use the Subjunctive: 'É importante que você vote' (It is important that you vote).
- Compound Tenses
- 'Eu tenho votado' (I have been voting) suggests a recurring action or a habit over a period of time.
Se eu pudesse, votaria duas vezes nesta proposta!
When discussing the act of voting for a specific purpose, you might use para: 'Votamos para eleger o novo diretor' (We voted [in order] to elect the new director). Here, 'para' introduces the objective, while 'em' would introduce the person. Understanding this distinction allows for more complex and accurate sentence construction in both formal writing and casual speech.
You will encounter the word votar most frequently in news broadcasts, especially during the 'período eleitoral' (election period). In Brazil, the 'Horário Político Obrigatório' (Mandatory Political Hour) on TV is filled with candidates urging viewers: 'Vote em mim!' (Vote for me!). You'll see it on billboards, flyers ('santinhos'), and digital ads. Beyond the political sphere, 'votar' is a staple of reality TV culture. Shows like Big Brother Brasil (BBB) rely entirely on the audience's ability to 'votar no Gshow' to eliminate or save contestants.
- In the Workplace
- During meetings, a manager might say: 'Vamos votar as pautas de hoje' (Let's vote on today's agenda items). In this context, it refers to the formal approval of points.
O público precisa votar através do aplicativo oficial.
In academic settings, students 'votam' for their class representative ('representante de turma'). In legal or legislative contexts, you'll hear about 'votar uma lei' (to vote on a law) or 'votar um projeto' (to vote on a project). The word is ubiquitous because the process of collective decision-making is central to Portuguese-speaking societies. Even in casual dinner conversations, if a group is undecided, someone will inevitably suggest: 'Quem quer pizza? Vamos votar!'
- Social Media
- Influencers often use 'enquetes' (polls) and ask followers: 'Votem aqui na melhor opção!' (Vote here for the best option!).
A assembleia vai votar o novo orçamento amanhã.
Listening for the word in different contexts helps you realize it's not always about a high-stakes election. It can be about the mundane, the commercial, or the legislative. Pay attention to the prepositions used in these different settings; while 'em' remains the most common for people/options, 'sobre' or 'para' might appear when discussing topics or goals.
The most frequent error English speakers make when using votar is applying English prepositional logic. In English, we 'vote FOR' someone. In Portuguese, if you say 'voto para ele', it sounds like you are voting on his behalf or for his benefit, rather than selecting him as your choice. The correct way to express your choice is votar em. This is a non-negotiable rule that immediately distinguishes a fluent speaker from a beginner.
- Preposition Confusion
- Incorrect: Eu voto por você. Correct: Eu voto em você. 'Por' usually implies 'instead of' or 'because of'.
Não diga 'votar para o João' se você quer votar no João.
Another common pitfall is the confusion between 'votar' and 'botar'. While they sound somewhat similar to an untrained ear, 'botar' is an informal verb meaning 'to put' or 'to place' (similar to 'colocar'). Saying 'Vou botar no candidato' instead of 'Vou votar no candidato' changes the meaning to 'I'm going to put [something] on the candidate', which is nonsensical in a political context. Pronunciation also plays a role; ensure the 'v' is a clear labiodental sound, distinct from the 'b'.
- Spelling Errors
- Don't confuse 'votar' with 'vetar' (to veto). They are opposites in many ways! Votar is to support/choose; vetar is to block.
Ele queria votar, mas acabou por vetar a decisão.
Finally, remember the contraction rules. Saying 'votar em o' instead of 'votar no' is grammatically incorrect. Portuguese is a language of contractions, and failing to use them makes your speech sound robotic and unnatural. Practice 'voto no, voto na, voto num, voto numa' until it becomes second nature. Also, be careful with the word 'voto' (the noun/first person singular). 'O meu voto' (my vote) vs 'Eu voto' (I vote).
While votar is the most direct term for casting a choice, several other verbs and expressions can be used depending on the nuance you wish to convey. Understanding these alternatives will make your Portuguese sound more sophisticated and precise. The most frequent synonym is escolher (to choose), though it lacks the formal, procedural connotation of 'votar'.
- Eleger
- Meaning 'to elect'. You 'votar' in order to 'eleger' someone. 'Votar' is the action; 'eleger' is the result.
- Sufragar
- A very formal and technical term used in legal and political texts. It means to give your vote or support.
Precisamos votar para eleger o novo síndico do prédio.
In more casual settings, people might use phrases like dar o seu voto (to give your vote) or manifestar a sua preferência (to express your preference). There is also the verb optar (to opt), which is common when choosing between options rather than people. For example: 'Eu optei por votar nela' (I opted to vote for her).
- Apoiar
- Meaning 'to support'. Often, when people say 'Eu voto em X', they also mean 'Eu apoio X'.
- Decidir
- Meaning 'to decide'. A vote is ultimately a decision-making tool.
Eles decidiram votar contra a nova medida.
Finally, consider the antonyms. To abster-se (to abstain) is the opposite of voting. You can also 'votar contra' (vote against), which is the opposite of 'votar a favor' (vote in favor). Understanding these relational words helps build a semantic web around 'votar', allowing you to navigate discussions about choices and democracy with ease.
How Formal Is It?
حقيقة ممتعة
The word 'votar' shares the same origin as 'devoto' (devout) and 'voto' (vow). Originally, a vote was a sacred promise or a wish offered to a deity.
دليل النطق
- Pronouncing the 'v' like a 'b' (Spanish influence).
- Stress on the first syllable (VO-tar) - incorrect.
- Making the 'o' too open like in 'pot'. It should be closed like 'boat'.
- Forgetting to tap the 'r' at the end.
- Confusing the pronunciation with 'botar'.
مستوى الصعوبة
Very easy to recognize as it's a cognate of 'vote'.
Easy, but remember the 'em' preposition and contractions.
Simple pronunciation, just watch the final 'r' and the 'v' sound.
Clear sound, but can be confused with 'botar' in fast speech.
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Prepositional Verbs
Votar exige a preposição 'em'.
Contractions
Em + o = no. Voto no candidato.
Regular -ar verbs
Votar segue: voto, votas, vota, votamos, votam.
Subjunctive for opinions
É bom que ele vote.
Future Subjunctive
Quando eu votar, avisarei.
أمثلة حسب المستوى
Eu voto.
I vote.
Simple present tense, first person singular.
Você vota?
Do you vote?
Simple present tense, second/third person singular.
Nós votamos hoje.
We vote today.
Present tense, first person plural.
Eles não votam.
They do not vote.
Negative form in the present tense.
Ela gosta de votar.
She likes to vote.
Infinitive form after the verb 'gostar'.
Votar é bom.
Voting is good.
Verb used as a subject noun.
Onde eu voto?
Where do I vote?
Interrogative sentence with 'onde'.
Eu quero votar.
I want to vote.
Infinitive form after 'querer'.
Eu voto no meu amigo.
I vote for my friend.
Use of 'em' + 'o' = 'no'.
Você votou ontem?
Did you vote yesterday?
Pretérito Perfeito (Past tense).
Nós vamos votar amanhã.
We are going to vote tomorrow.
Immediate future with 'ir' + infinitive.
Eles votam na Maria.
They vote for Maria.
Use of 'em' + 'a' = 'na'.
Eu nunca votei em branco.
I have never voted blank.
Negative past tense with 'em'.
Ela vota num candidato novo.
She votes for a new candidate.
Use of 'em' + 'um' = 'num'.
Vocês votam aqui?
Do you all vote here?
Plural 'vocês' in present tense.
Ele votou com cuidado.
He voted with care.
Past tense with an adverbial phrase.
Eu votava sempre no mesmo partido.
I used to always vote for the same party.
Pretérito Imperfeito (Past habit).
Se eu pudesse, eu votaria agora.
If I could, I would vote now.
Conditional tense.
Espero que você vote com consciência.
I hope that you vote conscientiously.
Present Subjunctive after 'esperar que'.
Eles tinham votado antes do meio-dia.
They had voted before noon.
Pretérito Mais-que-perfeito composto.
Quando eu votar, ficarei feliz.
When I vote, I will be happy.
Future Subjunctive.
Nós estamos votando na melhor proposta.
We are voting for the best proposal.
Present continuous (Gerúndio).
Ela disse que votaria em mim.
She said she would vote for me.
Conditional in reported speech.
Mesmo que eles votem, nada mudará.
Even if they vote, nothing will change.
Subjunctive after 'mesmo que'.
O parlamento vai votar a nova lei amanhã.
Parliament is going to vote on the new law tomorrow.
Direct object usage for laws/bills.
É fundamental votar por convicção, não por medo.
It is fundamental to vote out of conviction, not fear.
Infinitive as a subject with prepositional reasons.
Eles votaram a favor da greve.
They voted in favor of the strike.
Collocation 'votar a favor de'.
A proposta foi votada por unanimidade.
The proposal was voted on unanimously.
Passive voice with 'votar'.
Caso você vote contra, justifique sua posição.
In case you vote against, justify your position.
Subjunctive after 'caso'.
Temos que votar para decidir o futuro da empresa.
We have to vote to decide the future of the company.
Infinitive of purpose with 'para'.
Quem não votar terá que pagar uma multa.
Whoever does not vote will have to pay a fine.
Future Subjunctive in a conditional relative clause.
O júri está reunido para votar o veredito.
The jury is gathered to vote on the verdict.
Usage in a legal context.
O direito de votar é uma conquista democrática.
The right to vote is a democratic achievement.
Noun phrase 'direito de votar'.
A abstenção ocorre quando o cidadão deixa de votar.
Abstention occurs when the citizen ceases to vote.
Verbal phrase 'deixar de' + infinitive.
Votar conscientemente exige acesso à informação.
Voting conscientiously requires access to information.
Adverbial modification of the infinitive.
Duvido que eles votem em massa nesta eleição.
I doubt they will vote in mass in this election.
Subjunctive after 'duvidar que'.
O projeto de lei será votado em regime de urgência.
The bill will be voted on under an emergency regime.
Formal administrative terminology.
Ao votar, o indivíduo exerce sua soberania.
Upon voting, the individual exercises their sovereignty.
'Ao' + infinitive (temporal clause).
Não se deve votar apenas por tradição familiar.
One should not vote solely out of family tradition.
Impersonal 'se' construction.
A urna eletrônica agilizou o processo de votar.
The electronic ballot box sped up the process of voting.
Gerund-like use of the infinitive.
Votar é o ato supremo da vontade popular.
Voting is the supreme act of popular will.
Philosophical subject usage.
O sufrágio universal garante que todos possam votar.
Universal suffrage guarantees that everyone can vote.
Subjunctive in a noun clause.
Votar-se-ia no candidato se ele fosse honesto.
One would vote for the candidate if he were honest.
Mesoclisis (very formal/literary).
A câmara procedeu a votar os artigos pendentes.
The chamber proceeded to vote on the pending articles.
Formal periphrastic construction.
Tão logo acabem de votar, os portões fecharão.
As soon as they finish voting, the gates will close.
Temporal conjunction with subjunctive.
Votar as contas do governo é dever do legislativo.
Voting on the government's accounts is the duty of the legislature.
Technical financial/political usage.
Pudesse eu votar, mudaria o rumo da história.
Could I but vote, I would change the course of history.
Inverted conditional structure.
O ato de votar transcende a mera escolha individual.
The act of voting transcends mere individual choice.
High-level abstract subject.
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
— The legal requirement to vote (common in Brazil).
No Brasil, há a obrigação de votar.
— To allow someone else to vote on your behalf.
Não é permitido votar por procuração nestas eleições.
— To vote for a political party rather than a specific person.
Muitos preferem votar na legenda.
— The standard way to say 'vote for something'.
Vamos votar em algo diferente para o jantar.
يُخلط عادةً مع
Means 'to put'. Common mistake for beginners: 'Vou botar no João' sounds like placing an object on him.
Means 'to veto' or block. It is the functional opposite of supporting a vote.
Means 'will' or 'desire'. Related root, but a noun, not a verb.
تعبيرات اصطلاحية
— To show your preference by leaving a place or organization.
Se a empresa não mudar, os clientes vão votar com os pés.
informal— The deciding vote in a tie-break (casting vote).
O diretor deu o voto de Minerva.
formal— To give someone a chance despite doubts.
Vou te dar um voto de confiança desta vez.
neutral— Historical term for forced or controlled voting.
O voto de cabresto era comum no passado.
historical— A vow of silence (religious or metaphorical).
Ele fez um voto de silêncio por uma semana.
literary— Voting for an unusual candidate to show dissatisfaction.
Votar no palhaço foi um voto de protesto.
political— To be in the minority in a vote.
Fui voto vencido na reunião de condomínio.
neutral— Strategic voting for a candidate who has a better chance of winning.
Muitos fizeram o voto útil no segundo turno.
political— The principle that no one knows how you voted.
A democracia exige o voto secreto.
legalسهل الخلط
Noun vs Verb
'O voto' is the ballot/act; 'Eu voto' is the action.
O meu voto é secreto; eu voto em você.
Process vs Result
Votar is the action; eleger is the result of many votes.
Nós vamos votar para eleger o presidente.
General choice
Optar is choosing between options; votar is the formal process.
Eu optei pela azul, mas vou votar na vermelha.
Synonym
Escolher is more general; votar is specific to a system.
Escolha um número, depois vamos votar.
Support
You can support without voting, or vote without fully supporting.
Eu apoio o projeto, mas não vou votar nele agora.
أنماط الجُمل
Eu voto [adverb].
Eu voto hoje.
Eu voto no/na [nome].
Eu voto na Maria.
Eu voto em quem [verbo].
Eu voto em quem ajuda o povo.
Se eu pudesse, eu votaria em [nome].
Se eu pudesse, eu votaria em você.
É necessário que nós votemos em [algo].
É necessário que nós votemos na proposta.
Votamos para [infinitivo].
Votamos para melhorar a escola.
Apesar de votar em [nome], eu discordo de...
Apesar de votar nele, eu discordo de suas ideias.
Votar-se-ia em [nome] não fosse o seu passado.
Votar-se-ia nele não fosse o seu passado.
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كيفية الاستخدام
Very high, especially in democratic Lusophone countries.
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Eu voto para o João.
→
Eu voto no João.
In Portuguese, you vote 'in' someone (em), not 'for' (para) them in terms of choice.
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Eu voto por você.
→
Eu voto em você.
'Votar por' means voting on behalf of someone else or because of them, not choosing them.
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Eu boto no candidato.
→
Eu voto no candidato.
'Botar' means to put. Using it instead of 'votar' is a common phonetic error.
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Eles votão amanhã.
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Eles votarão amanhã.
Future tense ends in '-arão'. '-ão' is only for future, not present or past.
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Nós votamos ontem.
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Nós votamos ontem.
Wait, this is correct! But remember that 'votamos' is the same for present and past. Context is key.
نصائح
Master the Preposition
The biggest hurdle is 'votar em'. Practice it with pronouns: em mim, em ti, nele, nela, em nós, neles.
The 'V' Sound
Ensure your top teeth touch your bottom lip. It's not a 'B'!
Noun vs Verb
Remember: 'O voto' (noun) and 'Eu voto' (verb).
Brazilian Mandatory Voting
In Brazil, 'votar' is a duty. This makes the word very frequent in social discussions.
Formal vs Informal
In formal writing, use 'exercer o direito de voto' instead of just 'votar'.
Contraction Catch
Listen for 'no' or 'na' after 'votar'. It's usually 'votar no [candidato]'.
Voting Against
To say 'vote against', use 'votar contra'. No 'em' is needed here.
Voting For (Objective)
To say 'vote for [a cause]', you can use 'votar por' or 'votar a favor de'.
Votar/Vow
Remember that 'votar' comes from 'vow'. You are making a vow to a choice.
Daily Polls
Try to use 'votar' whenever you make a group decision today.
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Think of a 'Voter' in a 'VOTing' booth. In Portuguese, just add an 'AR' to the end: VOTAR.
ربط بصري
Imagine a giant letter 'V' being dropped into a ballot box. The 'V' stands for Votar.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Try to conjugate 'votar' in the present tense while walking. One step per person: Eu voto, você vota, nós votamos...
أصل الكلمة
From the Latin 'votare', which is the frequentative form of 'vovere' (to vow, to promise).
المعنى الأصلي: To make a vow, to dedicate, or to express a desire to the gods.
Romance (Latin root).السياق الثقافي
Politics can be a sensitive topic. Use 'votar' carefully in social settings if you don't want to start a debate.
In the US and UK, voting is voluntary and usually on paper. In Brazil, it's mandatory and electronic.
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سياقات واقعية
Elections
- Em quem você vai votar?
- Já votou?
- Onde é o local de votar?
- Vou votar nulo.
Meetings
- Vamos votar a pauta.
- Quem vota a favor?
- O resultado de votar foi positivo.
- Precisamos votar agora.
Reality TV
- Votem no Gshow.
- Quem você quer eliminar? Vote!
- O público está votando.
- Não pare de votar!
Family/Friends
- Vamos votar o filme?
- Eu voto na pizza.
- Quem vota no parque?
- Ninguém quer votar?
School
- Votar no representante.
- Hora de votar no grêmio.
- Como se deve votar?
- Aprendemos a votar hoje.
بدايات محادثة
"Você acha que é importante votar em todas as eleições?"
"Em quem você costuma votar para representante de turma?"
"Você prefere votar presencialmente ou pela internet?"
"Qual foi a primeira vez que você foi votar na sua vida?"
"Você já teve que votar em algo difícil no seu trabalho?"
مواضيع للكتابة اليومية
Escreva sobre a importância de votar em uma democracia moderna.
Descreva como foi a sua experiência ao votar pela última vez.
Se você pudesse votar em qualquer lei nova, qual seria?
Por que algumas pessoas decidem não votar? Explique sua opinião.
Imagine um mundo onde ninguém pudesse votar. Como seria?
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةUse 'votar em' for the person or thing you choose. Use 'votar para' for the purpose of the vote (e.g., 'votar para mudar').
Yes, it is a perfectly regular -ar verb in all tenses.
You say 'votar em'. For example, 'I vote for him' is 'Eu voto nele' (em + ele).
It means casting a blank vote, usually to show that none of the candidates are acceptable.
No, it is mandatory in Brazil but voluntary in Portugal.
Yes, in informal groups, you can say 'Vamos votar o que comer?'
'Votar' is the verb (to vote); 'votação' is the noun (the voting process).
In formal speech, yes. In casual Brazilian Portuguese, it is often dropped ('votá').
Eu votei, você votou, ele votou, nós votamos, eles votaram.
It means giving someone a 'vote of confidence' or a chance to prove themselves.
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Write a sentence using 'votar' in the present tense about a friend.
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Write a sentence using 'votar' in the past tense about an election.
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Explain why voting is important in your opinion (in Portuguese).
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Create a question asking someone who they are voting for.
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Use the conditional form of 'votar' in a sentence.
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Write a sentence using 'votar em branco'.
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Write a sentence using 'votar contra'.
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Use the subjunctive 'vote' in a sentence starting with 'É necessário que...'.
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Describe the process of voting in your country using 'votar'.
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Use 'votar por unanimidade' in a business context.
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Write a sentence about voting on social media.
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Use the future subjunctive 'votarmos' in a sentence.
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Write a sentence using 'voto de confiança'.
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Use 'votar' to describe a jury's action.
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Write a sentence about 'voto secreto'.
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Use 'votar' in the negative form.
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Write a sentence about 'voto útil'.
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Describe a 'votação relâmpago'.
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Write a sentence using 'votar com os pés'.
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Pronounce 'votar' correctly.
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Say: 'I vote for you' in Portuguese.
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Ask: 'Who are you voting for?' in Portuguese.
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Explain 'votar em' vs 'votar para' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'The vote is secret' in Portuguese.
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Ask: 'Where do I vote?' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'I never vote null' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'We voted for the change' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'Who won the vote?' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'I support him but I won't vote' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'Everyone must vote' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'I'm going to the poll' in Portuguese.
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Say: 'Don't forget to vote' in Portuguese.
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Listen and write: 'Eu voto no candidato azul.'
Listen and write: 'Eles votaram cedo.'
Listen and write: 'Você vai votar hoje?'
Listen and write: 'Nós votamos nela.'
Listen and write: 'O voto é um direito.'
Listen and write: 'Votar em branco é protestar.'
Listen and write: 'A votação foi rápida.'
Listen and write: 'Quem vota contra?'
Listen and write: 'Eu votaria se pudesse.'
Listen and write: 'Eles não querem votar.'
Listen and write: 'Vote com consciência.'
Listen and write: 'Onde está a urna?'
Listen and write: 'Votamos por unanimidade.'
Listen and write: 'Amanhã vamos votar.'
Listen and write: 'Ele é o candidato mais votado.'
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Summary
The verb 'votar' is your key to participating in decisions. Always remember the structure: [Subject] + [votar conjugated] + em + [Choice]. Example: 'Eu voto no candidato azul' (I vote for the blue candidate).
- Votar means 'to vote' in Portuguese and is a regular -ar verb used in both formal and informal contexts.
- The most important rule is using the preposition 'em' (votar em) instead of 'para' or 'por' for choices.
- It is common in politics, reality shows, and everyday group decisions like choosing a restaurant.
- Conjugations are predictable, but watch out for contractions like 'no', 'na', and 'num'.
Master the Preposition
The biggest hurdle is 'votar em'. Practice it with pronouns: em mim, em ti, nele, nela, em nós, neles.
The 'V' Sound
Ensure your top teeth touch your bottom lip. It's not a 'B'!
Noun vs Verb
Remember: 'O voto' (noun) and 'Eu voto' (verb).
Brazilian Mandatory Voting
In Brazil, 'votar' is a duty. This makes the word very frequent in social discussions.
محتوى ذو صلة
هذه الكلمة بلغات أخرى
مزيد من كلمات society
ajudar
A1مساعدة شخص ما في القيام بشيء ما. أنا أساعد عائلتي في تنظيف المنزل كل يوم.
Americana
A1هي مواطنة أمريكية.
Americano
A1أمريكي. 'هو أمريكي' (Ele é americano). 'الثقافة الأمريكية' (A cultura americana).
Amiga
A1صديقة. هي صديقتي المفضلة منذ الطفولة.
Amigo
A1كلمة 'amigo' تعني صديق. وهي تعبر عن شخص تربطك به علاقة مودة وثقة.
amigo/a
A2الصديق هو الشخص الذي تربطك به علاقة مودة.
antipático
A1شخص غير ودود أو غير لطيف. 'كان الموظف غير ودود للغاية معي.'
bandeira
B1قطعة قماش، عادة ما تكون مستطيلة، متصلة بعصا، تستخدم كرمز لدولة أو مجموعة أو فكرة.
Bombeiros
A1Firefighters; people who extinguish fires.
celebração
A2كان الاحتفال بالفوز رائعاً جداً.