Diese Seite in deiner Sprache
English فارسی العربية Español Français 日本語 한국어 Português 中文 हिन्दी
A2 verb 21 Min. Lesezeit

socorrer

Jetzt üben Beispiele Notizen & Tipps socorrer in 30 Sekunden
Erklärung socorrer in your Level:
400+w
Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung
400+w
400+w
Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung
400+w
Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung
400+w
Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung
400+w
Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung
Jetzt üben Beispiele Notizen & Tipps

socorrer in 30 Sekunden

  • Socorrer means to help or rescue someone in serious trouble or danger.
  • It implies an urgent, active intervention in emergencies or crises.
  • Use it for situations like accidents, disasters, or severe hardship.
  • Distinguish it from 'ajudar' (to help), which is more general.

The Core Meaning of 'Socorrer'

The Portuguese verb socorrer is primarily used to describe the act of providing help, assistance, or aid to someone in a difficult or dangerous situation. It encompasses the idea of rescuing, coming to someone's defense, or offering relief when they are in distress, need, or suffering. Think of it as the action you take when you see someone in trouble and you step in to help them. This can range from immediate, life-saving interventions to more general forms of support and assistance.

Synonyms
Ajudar (to help), resgatar (to rescue), acudir (to aid, to come to the aid of), auxiliar (to assist), amparar (to support, to shelter).
Antonyms
Abandonar (to abandon), negligenciar (to neglect), ignorar (to ignore).

Situations Requiring 'Socorrer'

The need to socorrer arises in a variety of circumstances. It's commonly associated with emergencies where immediate intervention is crucial. For instance, if someone is injured in an accident, firefighters and paramedics socorrem them. In cases of natural disasters like floods or earthquakes, rescue teams work to socorrer the affected population, providing food, shelter, and medical attention. Beyond these dramatic scenarios, socorrer can also refer to helping someone who is in financial difficulty, providing them with the means to overcome their hardship. It can even extend to offering emotional support to someone going through a tough time, though in such cases, words like 'apoiar' (to support) might be more frequent. The core idea remains consistent: actively intervening to alleviate suffering or danger.

Os bombeiros chegaram rapidamente para socorrer as vítimas do acidente. (The firefighters arrived quickly to rescue the victims of the accident.)

The verb implies a proactive and often urgent response. It's not passive observation; it's active participation in providing relief. Whether it's a physical rescue, financial assistance, or medical aid, the essence of socorrer is to be a source of help when it is most needed. It's a verb that carries a strong sense of responsibility and compassion. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a government or organization stepping in to help a struggling industry or institution, providing financial or logistical support to prevent its collapse.

Contexts
Emergencies, accidents, natural disasters, financial hardship, medical crises, situations of distress.

Nuances of 'Socorrer'

While 'socorrer' strongly implies direct intervention, the specific nature of that intervention can vary. In a medical context, it means providing first aid or calling for professional medical help. In a humanitarian context, it involves delivering aid and support to those affected by crises. In a legal context, it might mean coming to someone's defense or providing legal assistance. The verb is active and purposeful, indicating a deliberate action taken to alleviate a problem or danger. It's important to note that while 'ajudar' (to help) is a more general term, 'socorrer' often implies a more critical or urgent need for help. You might 'ajudar' a friend with homework, but you 'socorre' someone who is drowning.

A organização humanitária se esforça para socorrer os refugiados com alimentos e medicamentos.

Consider the difference between helping someone carry groceries and rescuing someone from a burning building. Both are forms of help, but the latter is a situation that clearly calls for the verb socorrer. It's the verb of immediate, critical, and often life-saving assistance. It can also be used metaphorically, such as when a government agency steps in to socorrer a failing bank, providing financial aid to prevent its collapse.

Subject-Verb Agreement with 'Socorrer'

Like all Portuguese verbs, socorrer must agree in number and person with its subject. This means the ending of the verb changes depending on who is performing the action. For example, 'eu socorro' (I aid), 'tu socorres' (you aid - informal), 'ele/ela/você socorre' (he/she/you aid - formal), 'nós socorremos' (we aid), 'vós socorreis' (you aid - plural informal, rarely used), and 'eles/elas/vocês socorrem' (they/you aid - plural formal). Understanding these conjugations is fundamental to using the verb correctly.

Present Tense Conjugations
Eu socorro, tu socorres, ele/ela/você socorre, nós socorremos, vós socorreis, eles/elas/vocês socorrem.

Direct and Indirect Objects

The verb socorrer can take a direct object (the person or thing being aided) or an indirect object (indicating to whom or for whom the aid is given). Often, it's used with the preposition 'a' or 'de' to indicate the recipient of the help. For instance, 'socorrer alguém' means to aid someone directly. When referring to the source of help, you might say 'socorrer de algo' (to aid from something, e.g., poverty). However, it's more common to specify the recipient of the aid. For example, 'O voluntário foi socorrer as vítimas da enchente.' (The volunteer went to aid the victims of the flood.) Here, 'as vítimas da enchente' is the direct object.

A Cruz Vermelha se dedica a socorrer pessoas em necessidade.

The verb socorrer is transitive, meaning it typically requires a direct object. You don't just 'socorrer' in a vacuum; you 'socorrer' someone or something. The object of the verb is the entity that is in distress and is being helped. It's crucial to identify this object to form a complete and meaningful sentence. For example, 'Ele socorreu o amigo em apuros.' (He aided his friend in trouble.) 'O amigo em apuros' is the direct object. In some contexts, especially when the recipient is implied or already known, the direct object might be omitted, but the verb still implies an object.

Using Different Tenses

The verb socorrer can be used in various tenses to describe past, present, and future acts of aid. The past tenses are particularly common when recounting events of rescue or assistance. For instance, the preterite perfect ('socorreu') is used for completed actions in the past: 'O guarda-costas socorreu o nadador que se afogava.' (The lifeguard rescued the drowning swimmer.) The imperfect tense ('socorria') describes ongoing or habitual actions in the past: 'Naquela época, as freiras socorriam os pobres do vilarejo.' (At that time, the nuns aided the poor of the village.) The future tense ('socorrerá') indicates an action that will happen: 'A nova lei irá socorrer as famílias em dificuldades.' (The new law will aid families in difficulty.)

Se precisar, pode contar comigo para te socorrer.

The infinitive form 'socorrer' is used after prepositions or auxiliary verbs. For example, 'É importante socorrer quem precisa.' (It is important to aid those who need it.) The subjunctive mood is also used in specific grammatical constructions, often expressing doubt, desire, or possibility: 'Espero que eles consigam socorrer a todos.' (I hope they manage to aid everyone.) Mastering these different conjugations and moods will allow you to express a wide range of scenarios involving providing help.

Common Sentence Structures
[Subject] + socorrer + [Direct Object] (e.g., O médico socorreu o paciente.)
[Subject] + querer/precisar + socorrer + [Direct Object] (e.g., Queremos socorrer os desabrigados.)
É importante + socorrer + [Direct Object] (e.g., É importante socorrer os idosos.)

News and Emergency Reports

The verb socorrer is very common in news reports, especially when covering accidents, natural disasters, or any situation where emergency services are involved. You'll frequently hear phrases like: 'Os serviços de emergência foram acionados para socorrer as vítimas.' (Emergency services were activated to aid the victims.) or 'A Defesa Civil está trabalhando para socorrer as áreas afetadas pela chuva.' (Civil Defense is working to aid the areas affected by the rain.) News anchors and reporters use this verb to convey the active response to a crisis. It's a word that signifies immediate action and assistance in critical moments, making it a staple in journalistic language when reporting on events that involve people in distress.

As notícias informaram que a marinha conseguiu socorrer os tripulantes do barco naufragado.

In these contexts, socorrer emphasizes the rescue aspect and the provision of essential aid. It's not just about offering general help, but about intervening in a situation where lives or well-being are at risk. The urgency and importance of the action are conveyed by this specific verb. You might also hear it in reports about medical emergencies, where doctors and nurses socorrem patients in critical condition. The active role of the helper is always central to the meaning of socorrer.

Humanitarian and Volunteer Work

Organizations dedicated to humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and volunteer work frequently use socorrer. Their mission statements, appeals for donations, and reports on their activities will often feature this verb. For example, a charity might state, 'Nossa missão é socorrer comunidades carentes em todo o mundo.' (Our mission is to aid underprivileged communities worldwide.) Volunteers describe their efforts as trying to socorrer those who have lost everything in a fire or flood. The word is central to the identity and purpose of these groups, highlighting their commitment to providing aid and support to those in desperate need. It's a verb that resonates with compassion and action.

Os médicos voluntários foram enviados para socorrer os feridos após o terremoto.

You'll hear this in conversations about people dedicating their time and resources to help others. It's a word that embodies the spirit of altruism and proactive assistance. For instance, someone might share a story about how they helped socorrer a lost animal or provided assistance to an elderly neighbor. The context is always about actively intervening to improve someone's situation when they are facing difficulties. The emphasis is on the act of providing relief and support.

Films and Documentaries
Documentaries about war, natural disasters, or humanitarian crises often use 'socorrer' to describe the actions of rescuers and aid workers. Dramatic films might depict characters in perilous situations who are subsequently 'socorridos' (aided/rescued).
Everyday Conversations (in specific contexts)
While not as common as 'ajudar' in casual chats, 'socorrer' might come up when someone recounts a time they had to help someone in a more serious predicament, like assisting someone who fell or providing immediate help after a minor accident.

Legal and Official Documents

In legal or official contexts, socorrer can refer to providing legal aid, financial assistance by the government, or fulfilling a duty to assist. For example, a law might stipulate the government's obligation to socorrer citizens in times of emergency. Insurance policies might mention provisions to socorrer policyholders in specific situations. While less frequent in everyday speech, this usage highlights the formal and sometimes legal obligation to provide help.

O Estado tem o dever de socorrer os cidadãos em caso de calamidade pública.

Confusing 'Socorrer' with 'Ajudar'

One of the most common mistakes for learners is to use socorrer interchangeably with 'ajudar' (to help) in all situations. While 'socorrer' is a form of 'ajudar', it carries a stronger connotation of urgency, distress, and rescue. Using 'socorrer' for minor, everyday acts of assistance can sound overly dramatic or inappropriate. For example, saying 'Eu vou socorrer você com a lição de casa' (I'm going to rescue you with your homework) would be unusual; 'ajudar' is the correct choice here. Conversely, using 'ajudar' in a dire emergency might understate the severity of the situation.

Incorrect Usage
Eu preciso socorrer meu amigo com o projeto de escola. (Incorrect - 'ajudar' is better)
Correct Usage
Eu preciso ajudar meu amigo com o projeto de escola. (Correct)
Correct Usage
Os bombeiros vieram para socorrer as pessoas presas no incêndio. (Correct - 'socorrer' is appropriate here)

Incorrect Verb Conjugations

As a regular -er verb, socorrer follows predictable conjugation patterns. However, learners might struggle with irregular forms or make simple agreement errors. Forgetting to conjugate the verb according to the subject is a common pitfall. For instance, saying 'Eu socorre' instead of 'Eu socorro' or 'Eles socorremos' instead of 'Eles socorrem'. This is particularly true when dealing with less common tenses or moods. Always double-check the subject of the sentence and ensure the verb ending matches it correctly.

Incorrect: Nós socorre o ferido. (We aid the injured.)

Another conjugation error can occur with the past participle used in compound tenses. The past participle of 'socorrer' is 'socorrido'. Mistakes might involve using an incorrect form or misplacing auxiliary verbs. For example, 'Eles têm socorreram' is incorrect; it should be 'Eles têm socorrido' (they have aided) or 'Eles foram socorridos' (they were aided).

Omitting the Direct Object

While it's sometimes possible to omit the direct object if it's understood from context, beginners might overuse this. Socorrer is a transitive verb, and in most cases, it's clearer to explicitly state who or what is being aided. Forgetting to include the direct object can lead to ambiguous or incomplete sentences. For instance, simply saying 'Eles vão socorrer' leaves the listener wondering 'socorrer whom?' or 'socorrer what?'. It's better practice to specify: 'Eles vão socorrer os desabrigados' (They are going to aid the displaced).

Incorrect: O serviço de emergência chegou para socorrer. (The emergency service arrived to aid.)

The context often implies the object, but for clarity, especially when learning, it's best to be explicit. A sentence like 'O serviço de emergência chegou para socorrer as vítimas' is much clearer and more complete. This mistake is less about grammar and more about effective communication. Ensuring the sentence has a clear recipient of the action makes the meaning unambiguous.

Common Mistake Summary
1. Using 'socorrer' for minor help instead of 'ajudar'.
2. Incorrect verb conjugations (e.g., subject-verb agreement errors).
3. Omitting the direct object when it's not clearly understood.

'Ajudar' vs. 'Socorrer'

The most frequent alternative to socorrer is 'ajudar' (to help). While both verbs involve providing assistance, 'ajudar' is much broader and more general. You can 'ajudar' someone with their homework, with moving house, or simply offer a helping hand. Socorrer, on the other hand, implies a more critical situation, often involving danger, distress, or a significant need for rescue or relief. Think of 'ajudar' as general assistance and 'socorrer' as emergency aid or rescue.

'Ajudar' (to help)
Usage: General, everyday help. Can be small or large tasks. No inherent urgency or danger implied.
Example: 'Obrigado por me ajudar com a mudança.' (Thanks for helping me with the move.)
'Socorrer' (to aid, rescue)
Usage: Critical situations, emergencies, distress, rescue. Implies a significant need.
Example: 'Os bombeiros chegaram para socorrer as vítimas do incêndio.' (The firefighters arrived to rescue the victims of the fire.)

'Resgatar' and 'Acudir'

'Resgatar' specifically means 'to rescue', often from danger or captivity. While socorrer can include rescue, 'resgatar' focuses purely on the act of saving someone from a perilous situation. For instance, you 'resgatar' someone from a burning building or a hostage situation. 'Acudir' is also very close to socorrer, meaning 'to aid' or 'to come to the aid of'. It often implies a swift response to a call for help or a situation of need. It can be used in similar contexts to socorrer, particularly when someone is in distress or requires immediate assistance.

'Resgatar' (to rescue)
Usage: Saving from danger, captivity, or a perilous situation. Focus on liberation.
Example: 'A polícia conseguiu resgatar o refém ileso.' (The police managed to rescue the hostage unharmed.)
'Acudir' (to aid, to come to the aid of)
Usage: Responding quickly to a need or cry for help. Similar to 'socorrer' in urgency.
Example: 'Ele ouviu o grito e correu para acudir a vítima.' (He heard the cry and ran to aid the victim.)

'Auxiliar' and 'Amparar'

'Auxiliar' means 'to assist' or 'to support'. It's a bit more formal than 'ajudar' and can imply providing professional or technical help. It's often used in contexts like medical assistance or administrative support. 'Amparar' means 'to support', 'to shelter', or 'to protect'. It suggests providing physical or emotional backing, often to someone who is vulnerable or in need of protection. While socorrer is about active intervention in a crisis, 'amparar' can be about ongoing support and protection.

'Auxiliar' (to assist, to support)
Usage: Providing help, often with a specific skill or purpose. Can be formal.
Example: 'O enfermeiro irá auxiliar o médico durante a cirurgia.' (The nurse will assist the doctor during surgery.)
'Amparar' (to support, shelter, protect)
Usage: Providing shelter, protection, or emotional/physical support. Implies vulnerability.
Example: 'A ONG tem como objetivo amparar crianças órfãs.' (The NGO aims to support orphaned children.)

Overuse in Non-Emergency Situations

As previously mentioned, a significant mistake is using socorrer for everyday situations that do not involve distress or urgency. While it's a form of 'helping', it's a very specific and strong form. Imagine someone saying 'Eu preciso socorrer você para encontrar minhas chaves perdidas.' (I need to rescue you to find my lost keys.) This sounds absurd. The verb implies a level of crisis that simply isn't present when looking for lost keys. Using it inappropriately can make the speaker sound overly dramatic or misinformed about the nuances of the Portuguese language. Stick to 'ajudar' for common acts of assistance.

Mistake Example
'Vou socorrer você com o relatório amanhã.' (I will rescue you with the report tomorrow.) - This is too strong; 'ajudar' is appropriate.
Correction
'Vou ajudar você com o relatório amanhã.' (I will help you with the report tomorrow.)

Misunderstanding the Object of the Verb

Socorrer is a transitive verb, meaning it usually takes a direct object – the person or thing being aided. A common error is to use it intransitively without a clear object, or to misuse prepositions. For example, saying 'Ele socorreu para a vítima' (He aided for the victim) is grammatically incorrect. The correct structure is 'Ele socorreu a vítima' (He aided the victim). While 'acudir' can sometimes be used with 'a' (acudir a alguém), 'socorrer' generally takes a direct object. Learners might also confuse the direct object with an indirect object, leading to incorrect phrasing.

Incorrect: A ambulância socorreu para o hospital. (The ambulance aided for the hospital.)

The sentence implies the ambulance is taking the patient *to* the hospital, not that the ambulance itself is aiding *for* the hospital. A better phrasing would be 'A ambulância levou a vítima ao hospital para ser socorrida' (The ambulance took the victim to the hospital to be aided) or 'A ambulância chegou para socorrer a vítima' (The ambulance arrived to aid the victim). The direct object is crucial for clarity. Remember, the verb acts directly upon the person or situation needing aid.

Confusing Past Participle Forms

In compound tenses (like the present perfect or past perfect), the past participle 'socorrido' is used with an auxiliary verb (usually 'ter' or 'haver'). A common mistake is using the infinitive form instead of the past participle, or conjugating the past participle incorrectly. For example, 'Eles têm socorrer' is wrong. It should be 'Eles têm socorrido' (they have aided). Another error is misinterpreting the passive voice. 'A vítima foi socorrer' is incorrect; it should be 'A vítima foi socorrida' (The victim was aided/rescued). Understanding the role of the past participle in different verb constructions is key to avoiding these errors.

Incorrect: A criança foi socorrer pelos pais. (The child was rescue by the parents.)

The correct passive voice construction requires the past participle: 'A criança foi socorrida pelos pais.' (The child was rescued by the parents.) This mistake often stems from a lack of familiarity with Portuguese verb conjugation rules, particularly in compound tenses and passive voice formations. Paying close attention to how verbs are formed in these structures will help prevent these errors.

Common Mistakes Recap
- Using 'socorrer' for everyday help instead of 'ajudar'.
- Incorrectly forming the direct object or omitting it.
- Errors with the past participle 'socorrido' in compound tenses and passive voice.

Core Meaning and Nuances

The Portuguese verb socorrer translates to 'to aid', 'to rescue', or 'to provide help' in a situation of distress. It implies an active intervention to alleviate suffering or danger. While it shares similarities with other verbs related to help, its specific connotation is crucial for accurate usage.

Key Similar Verbs and Their Distinctions
Ajudar (to help): This is the most general term. You can 'ajudar' with anything from small favors to significant tasks. It lacks the urgency and critical nature implied by 'socorrer'.
- *Example:* 'Ele me ajudou a carregar as compras.' (He helped me carry the groceries.)
- *Vs. Socorrer:* You wouldn't 'socorrer' someone to carry groceries.
Resgatar (to rescue): This verb specifically means to save someone from danger, captivity, or a perilous situation. It is often a component of 'socorrer', but 'resgatar' focuses purely on the act of freeing someone from immediate threat.
- *Example:* 'Os bombeiros resgataram as vítimas do prédio em chamas.' (The firefighters rescued the victims from the burning building.)
- *Vs. Socorrer:* 'Resgatar' is more specific to the act of freeing from danger, while 'socorrer' can encompass broader aid following the rescue.
Acudir (to aid, to come to the aid of): This verb implies a swift response to a call for help or a situation of distress. It is very close in meaning to 'socorrer' and often used when someone rushes to help.
- *Example:* 'Ele ouviu o chamado e correu para acudir os vizinhos.' (He heard the call and ran to aid the neighbors.)
- *Vs. Socorrer:* Often interchangeable, but 'acudir' can sometimes emphasize the promptness of the response.
Auxiliar (to assist, to support): This verb is more formal than 'ajudar' and can imply providing professional, technical, or administrative support. It's less about immediate crisis and more about ongoing or specialized help.
- *Example:* 'O estagiário irá auxiliar o gerente nas tarefas diárias.' (The intern will assist the manager with daily tasks.)
- *Vs. Socorrer:* 'Auxiliar' is typically for less critical or non-emergency situations.
Amparar (to support, shelter, protect): This verb suggests providing protection, shelter, or emotional/physical backing, especially to someone vulnerable. It implies ongoing support rather than a one-time intervention in an emergency.
- *Example:* 'A instituição visa amparar famílias em situação de vulnerabilidade.' (The institution aims to support families in vulnerable situations.)
- *Vs. Socorrer:* 'Amparar' is about providing sustained support and protection, whereas 'socorrer' is about immediate intervention during a crisis.

Choosing the Right Word

The key to using these verbs correctly lies in understanding the context and the degree of urgency or distress involved. Socorrer is reserved for situations where someone is in significant trouble and requires immediate, often life-saving, assistance. If the situation is less severe or more about general support, 'ajudar' is the appropriate choice. If the focus is solely on freeing someone from danger, 'resgatar' is more precise. 'Acudir' is a strong synonym for prompt intervention in distress. 'Auxiliar' and 'amparar' are for more specific types of support, often less urgent than what 'socorrer' implies.

Summary Table
| Verb | English Meaning | Connotation | Example Context | |-----------|--------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------| | Socorrer | To aid, rescue, provide help | Urgent, distress, critical need, active intervention | Accidents, disasters, medical emergencies, financial ruin | | Ajudar | To help | General, broad, everyday assistance | Homework, favors, moving, simple tasks | | Resgatar | To rescue | Saving from danger or captivity, liberation | Hostage situations, burning buildings, drowning | | Acudir | To aid, come to the aid of | Swift response to distress, prompt intervention | Hearing a cry for help, responding to an emergency call | | Auxiliar | To assist, support | Professional, technical, or administrative help | Medical procedures, office tasks, research | | Amparar | To support, shelter, protect | Sustained support, protection, especially for vulnerable | Orphans, elderly, victims of abuse |

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

The Latin root 'currere' (to run) is shared with many English words like 'current', 'course', 'cursor', and 'concur', all related to the concept of movement or flow. The prefix 'sub-' meaning 'under' or 'up to' in 'succurrere' highlights the idea of coming to someone's assistance from below or from a supportive position.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /sɔkoˈʁɛɾ/
US /sokoˈhɛɾ/
The stress falls on the second-to-last syllable: so-co-RRER.
Reimt sich auf
correr viver morrer escrever aprender entender perder nascer
Häufige Fehler
  • Pronouncing the 'rr' sound too softly or like a single 'r'.
  • Incorrect vowel sounds, especially the open 'o' in the stressed syllable.
  • Omitting the final 'r' sound in some informal contexts.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 3/5

At CEFR A2, learners will encounter 'socorrer' in contexts related to emergencies and basic news. Understanding its core meaning of 'to help/rescue' is key. Advanced readings might use it in more nuanced humanitarian or legal contexts, requiring a deeper understanding of its connotations.

Schreiben 3/5

Learners at A2 can begin using 'socorrer' in simple sentences describing emergency situations. Higher levels require nuanced application, distinguishing it from 'ajudar' and using correct conjugations and object placement.

Sprechen 3/5

Pronunciation and conjugation can be initial challenges. A2 learners can use it in basic descriptions of helping. Fluency at higher levels involves spontaneous and appropriate use in varied scenarios.

Hören 3/5

Recognizing 'socorrer' in news reports or conversations about emergencies is achievable at A2. Distinguishing its specific meaning from general help requires more exposure.

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

ajudar precisar emergência vítima doente perigo ajuda

Als Nächstes lernen

resgatar acudir auxiliar amparar solidariedade humanitário

Fortgeschritten

intervenção salvamento assistência médica defesa civil catástrofe

Wichtige Grammatik

Conjugation of -er verbs in the present tense.

Eu socorro, tu socorres, ele/ela/você socorre, nós socorremos, vós socorreis, eles/elas/vocês socorrem.

Use of the infinitive after prepositions (e.g., 'para', 'de').

Ele veio para socorrer os feridos. (He came to aid the injured.)

Formation of the passive voice using 'ser' + past participle.

As vítimas foram socorridas rapidamente. (The victims were aided quickly.)

Use of direct object pronouns with infinitives.

A missão era socorrê-las. (The mission was to aid them - referring to 'as vítimas' - feminine plural).

Conjugation of -er verbs in the preterite perfect tense.

Ontem, eu socorri, tu socorreste, ele/ela/você socorreu, nós socorremos, vós socorrestes, eles/elas/vocês socorreram.

Registriere dich kostenlos für die vollständige Erklärung

Beispiele nach Niveau

1

Eu ajudo.

I help.

Simple present tense, first person singular of 'ajudar'.

2

Ele ajuda o amigo.

He helps his friend.

Simple present tense, third person singular of 'ajudar' with a direct object.

3

Nós precisamos de ajuda.

We need help.

Use of the noun 'ajuda' (help) after the verb 'precisar de' (to need).

4

Posso ajudar?

Can I help?

Question using the modal verb 'poder' (can) followed by the infinitive 'ajudar'.

5

Ela ajuda a mãe.

She helps her mother.

Simple present tense, third person singular of 'ajudar' with a direct object.

6

Você ajuda muito.

You help a lot.

Simple present tense, second person singular (você) of 'ajudar' with an adverb 'muito'.

7

Ajudem-me, por favor.

Help me, please.

Imperative mood, second person plural (ajudem) of 'ajudar' with a direct object pronoun 'me'.

8

Ele me ajudou ontem.

He helped me yesterday.

Preterite perfect tense, third person singular of 'ajudar' with a direct object pronoun.

1

Os bombeiros chegaram para socorrer as vítimas do acidente.

The firefighters arrived to rescue the victims of the accident.

Infinitive 'socorrer' used after 'para' to indicate purpose. Direct object 'as vítimas do acidente'.

2

Precisamos socorrer as pessoas necessitadas.

We need to aid the needy people.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'precisamos' (we need). Direct object 'as pessoas necessitadas'.

3

A Cruz Vermelha trabalha para socorrer os afetados pela catástrofe.

The Red Cross works to aid those affected by the catastrophe.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para' indicating purpose. Direct object 'os afetados pela catástrofe'.

4

Ele se esforçou para socorrer o amigo em perigo.

He strove to aid his friend in danger.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'o amigo em perigo'.

5

A ambulância foi chamada para socorrer o paciente gravemente ferido.

The ambulance was called to aid the severely injured patient.

Passive voice 'foi chamada' followed by infinitive 'socorrer'. Direct object 'o paciente gravemente ferido'.

6

É nosso dever socorrer quem precisa.

It is our duty to aid those who need it.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'É nosso dever'. Indefinite pronoun 'quem' as the direct object.

7

Eles prometeram socorrer a comunidade após o desastre.

They promised to aid the community after the disaster.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'prometeram'. Direct object 'a comunidade'.

8

O governo vai socorrer as famílias desabrigadas.

The government will aid the homeless families.

Future tense 'vai socorrer' (will aid). Direct object 'as famílias desabrigadas'.

1

Os voluntários se mobilizaram para socorrer os sobreviventes do terremoto.

The volunteers mobilized to aid the earthquake survivors.

Reflexive verb 'mobilizaram-se' followed by infinitive 'socorrer'. Direct object 'os sobreviventes do terremoto'.

2

A organização humanitária busca ativamente socorrer populações em crise.

The humanitarian organization actively seeks to aid populations in crisis.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'busca'. Direct object 'populações em crise'.

3

Se você vir alguém em apuros, não hesite em socorrer.

If you see someone in trouble, do not hesitate to aid.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'hesite em'. Implied direct object (the person in trouble).

4

O médico conseguiu socorrer o paciente a tempo.

The doctor managed to aid the patient in time.

Preterite perfect 'conseguiu' followed by infinitive 'socorrer'. Direct object 'o paciente'.

5

A missão era socorrer os refugiados que chegaram à fronteira.

The mission was to aid the refugees who arrived at the border.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'era'. Direct object 'os refugiados'.

6

É fundamental que a sociedade se una para socorrer os mais vulneráveis.

It is fundamental that society unites to aid the most vulnerable.

Subjunctive 'una' followed by infinitive 'socorrer'. Direct object 'os mais vulneráveis'.

7

Eles foram treinados para socorrer em situações de emergência.

They were trained to aid in emergency situations.

Passive voice 'foram treinados' followed by infinitive 'socorrer'. Prepositional phrase 'em situações de emergência'.

8

O sistema de saúde pública se esforça para socorrer a todos os cidadãos.

The public health system strives to aid all citizens.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'se esforça'. Direct object 'a todos os cidadãos'.

1

A resposta rápida das equipas de resgate foi crucial para socorrer as vítimas presas nos escombros.

The rapid response of the rescue teams was crucial to aid the victims trapped in the rubble.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'as vítimas presas nos escombros'.

2

O país solicitou ajuda internacional para socorrer sua população assolada pela seca.

The country requested international aid to aid its population devastated by drought.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'sua população assolada pela seca'.

3

A decisão de socorrer a empresa em dificuldades foi controversa.

The decision to aid the struggling company was controversial.

Infinitive 'socorrer' used as a noun phrase (gerundive equivalent) after 'A decisão de'. Direct object 'a empresa em dificuldades'.

4

O voluntário dedicou sua vida a socorrer os mais necessitados.

The volunteer dedicated his life to aiding the most needy.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'dedicou sua vida a'. Direct object 'os mais necessitados'.

5

As autoridades foram criticadas por não terem agido mais rapidamente para socorrer os desabrigados.

The authorities were criticized for not acting faster to aid the displaced.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'rapidamente para'. Direct object 'os desabrigados'.

6

O programa visa socorrer artistas que perderam seus estúdios em incêndios.

The program aims to aid artists who lost their studios in fires.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'visa'. Direct object 'artistas que perderam seus estúdios em incêndios'.

7

Em tempos de crise, a solidariedade é essencial para socorrer uns aos outros.

In times of crisis, solidarity is essential to aid one another.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'essencial para'. Reciprocal pronoun 'uns aos outros'.

8

A intervenção militar teve como objetivo principal socorrer a população civil.

The military intervention's main objective was to aid the civilian population.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'como objetivo principal'. Direct object 'a população civil'.

1

A complexa rede de logística foi montada para socorrer as regiões mais remotas e de difícil acesso.

The complex logistics network was set up to aid the most remote and hard-to-reach regions.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'as regiões mais remotas e de difícil acesso'.

2

A comunidade internacional tem o dever moral de socorrer as vítimas de conflitos bélicos.

The international community has the moral duty to aid the victims of warfare.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'dever moral de'. Direct object 'as vítimas de conflitos bélicos'.

3

O resgate financeiro concedido visava socorrer o setor bancário de um colapso iminente.

The financial bailout granted aimed to aid the banking sector from an imminent collapse.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'visava'. Direct object 'o setor bancário de um colapso iminente'.

4

A legislação prevê mecanismos para socorrer cidadãos em situações de extrema pobreza.

The legislation provides mechanisms to aid citizens in situations of extreme poverty.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'cidadãos em situações de extrema pobreza'.

5

Apesar das adversidades, a determinação em socorrer os feridos era palpável.

Despite the adversities, the determination to aid the injured was palpable.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'determinação em'. Direct object 'os feridos'.

6

O governo implementou um plano de contingência para socorrer a população em caso de desastres naturais.

The government implemented a contingency plan to aid the population in case of natural disasters.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'a população em caso de desastres naturais'.

7

A iniciativa filantrópica dedica-se a socorrer crianças com doenças raras.

The philanthropic initiative is dedicated to aiding children with rare diseases.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'dedica-se a'. Direct object 'crianças com doenças raras'.

8

A prioridade máxima era socorrer os indivíduos que ficaram isolados pelas inundações.

The top priority was to aid the individuals who were isolated by the floods.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'era'. Direct object 'os indivíduos que ficaram isolados pelas inundações'.

1

A magnitude do desastre exigiu uma mobilização sem precedentes para socorrer as populações em estado de vulnerabilidade extrema.

The magnitude of the disaster demanded an unprecedented mobilization to aid populations in a state of extreme vulnerability.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'as populações em estado de vulnerabilidade extrema'.

2

O debate ético girava em torno da responsabilidade de socorrer nações em desenvolvimento que enfrentam crises humanitárias prolongadas.

The ethical debate revolved around the responsibility to aid developing nations facing prolonged humanitarian crises.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'responsabilidade de'. Direct object 'nações em desenvolvimento que enfrentam crises humanitárias prolongadas'.

3

A estratégia de intervenção foi meticulosamente planejada para socorrer não apenas as vítimas imediatas, mas também para mitigar os impactos a longo prazo.

The intervention strategy was meticulously planned to aid not only the immediate victims but also to mitigate the long-term impacts.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'não apenas as vítimas imediatas, mas também para mitigar os impactos a longo prazo'.

4

O sistema jurídico internacional busca estabelecer marcos para socorrer indivíduos cujos direitos foram violados em zonas de conflito.

The international legal system seeks to establish frameworks to aid individuals whose rights have been violated in conflict zones.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'indivíduos cujos direitos foram violados em zonas de conflito'.

5

A resiliência demonstrada pela população permitiu que, em conjunto, conseguissem socorrer uns aos outros durante a severa crise econômica.

The resilience shown by the population allowed them, together, to manage to aid one another during the severe economic crisis.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'conseguissem'. Reciprocal pronoun 'uns aos outros'.

6

O governo, face à iminência de uma calamidade pública, decretou medidas extraordinárias para socorrer os cidadãos em risco.

The government, facing the imminence of a public calamity, decreed extraordinary measures to aid citizens at risk.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'para'. Direct object 'os cidadãos em risco'.

7

A cooperação transfronteiriça foi fundamental para socorrer as vítimas de desastres ambientais que não conhecem fronteiras políticas.

Cross-border cooperation was fundamental to aid the victims of environmental disasters that know no political boundaries.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'fundamental para'. Direct object 'as vítimas de desastres ambientais que não conhecem fronteiras políticas'.

8

A capacidade de antecipar e mitigar crises é tão importante quanto a habilidade de socorrer após o evento.

The ability to anticipate and mitigate crises is as important as the skill to aid after the event.

Infinitive 'socorrer' after 'habilidade de'. Implied direct object (those affected by the crisis).

Häufige Kollokationen

socorrer as vítimas
socorrer em caso de emergência
socorrer a população
socorrer quem precisa
socorrer um paciente
socorrer um animal
socorrer financeiramente
socorrer com alimentos
socorrer em apuros
socorrer após o desastre

Häufige Phrasen

prestar socorro

— This is a very common and formal way to say 'to provide aid' or 'to render assistance'. It's frequently used in official reports and by emergency services.

Os serviços de emergência chegaram para prestar socorro às vítimas. (The emergency services arrived to provide aid to the victims.)

ir socorrer

— This phrase implies going to a location or to someone specifically to provide help or rescue.

Ele decidiu ir socorrer o vizinho que caiu. (He decided to go aid the neighbor who fell.)

precisar socorrer

— This indicates a situation where there is a clear need for assistance or rescue.

Houve um acidente e precisamos socorrer os feridos. (There was an accident and we need to aid the injured.)

ter o dever de socorrer

— This emphasizes a moral or legal obligation to provide help in certain circumstances.

Os pais têm o dever de socorrer seus filhos. (Parents have the duty to aid their children.)

ser socorrido

— This is the passive form, meaning 'to be aided' or 'to be rescued'.

O alpinista perdido foi finalmente socorrido. (The lost climber was finally rescued.)

difícil de socorrer

— Describes a situation or person that is challenging to help or rescue due to circumstances.

A localização remota tornou difícil socorrer os sobreviventes. (The remote location made it difficult to aid the survivors.)

estar pronto para socorrer

— Indicates preparedness and willingness to provide help when needed.

Os voluntários estão prontos para socorrer a qualquer momento. (The volunteers are ready to aid at any moment.)

agir para socorrer

— To take action with the specific purpose of providing aid or rescue.

A equipe agiu rapidamente para socorrer as vítimas. (The team acted quickly to aid the victims.)

socorrer em tempos de crise

— To provide help during periods of significant difficulty or emergency.

A solidariedade é fundamental para socorrer em tempos de crise. (Solidarity is fundamental to aid in times of crisis.)

o ato de socorrer

— Refers to the action or process of providing aid or rescue itself.

O ato de socorrer exige coragem e dedicação. (The act of aiding requires courage and dedication.)

Wird oft verwechselt mit

socorrer vs Ajudar

'Ajudar' is a broader term for 'to help' and can be used in any situation, from minor favors to significant support. 'Socorrer' is more specific, implying aid in a critical situation, distress, or emergency, often involving rescue.

socorrer vs Resgatar

'Resgatar' specifically means 'to rescue' from danger or captivity. While 'socorrer' can include rescue, it also encompasses broader aid and assistance, not just the act of freeing someone from immediate peril.

socorrer vs Acudir

'Acudir' is very similar to 'socorrer', meaning 'to aid' or 'to come to the aid of'. It often implies a swift response to a call for help. It can be used interchangeably in many emergency contexts, sometimes emphasizing promptness.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"Dar o braço a torcer"

— Literally 'to give the arm to twist', this idiom means to finally admit one is wrong or to yield after resisting. It doesn't directly relate to 'socorrer' but is a common Portuguese idiom.

Ele demorou, mas finalmente deu o braço a torcer e admitiu o erro.

Informal
"Pôr a mão no fogo"

— Literally 'to put one's hand in the fire', this idiom means to vouch for someone's honesty or integrity, to trust them completely. It doesn't relate to 'socorrer'.

Eu ponho a mão no fogo por ela, ela nunca faria algo assim.

Informal
"Fazer corpo mole"

— Literally 'to make soft body', this idiom means to shirk one's duties, to be lazy, or to avoid work. It's the opposite of actively helping or socorrer.

Se você continuar a fazer corpo mole, não vai conseguir o emprego.

Informal
"Dar a volta por cima"

— Literally 'to give the turn over', this idiom means to overcome difficulties, to bounce back after a setback. While overcoming hardship might involve being 'socorrido', this idiom focuses on personal resilience.

Após perder o emprego, ele conseguiu dar a volta por cima e abriu seu próprio negócio.

Informal
"Cair em si"

— Literally 'to fall into oneself', this idiom means to come to one's senses, to realize a mistake or the reality of a situation. It doesn't directly relate to 'socorrer'.

Depois de pensar muito, ele finalmente caiu em si e pediu desculpas.

Neutral
"Pisar em ovos"

— Literally 'to step on eggs', this idiom means to tread very carefully, to be extremely cautious, especially when dealing with a sensitive situation or person. It doesn't relate to 'socorrer'.

Com o chefe de mau humor, todos estavam pisando em ovos.

Informal
"Meter os pés pelas mãos"

— Literally 'to put feet in hands', this idiom means to mess up, to make a mistake, or to act clumsily, often making a situation worse. This is the opposite of effectively socorrer.

Ele tentou ajudar, mas acabou metendo os pés pelas mãos e piorou tudo.

Informal
"Não ter eira nem beira"

— Literally 'to have neither eaves nor edge', this idiom means to be poor, to have nothing. It describes a state of need that might require socorrer.

Depois da crise, muitas famílias ficaram sem eira nem beira.

Informal
"Ter a faca e o queijo na mão"

— Literally 'to have the knife and the cheese in hand', this idiom means to have all the necessary resources or opportunities to achieve something. It doesn't relate to 'socorrer'.

Com essa oportunidade, você tem a faca e o queijo na mão para crescer na carreira.

Informal
"Dar a volta ao bilhar"

— Literally 'to turn around the billiard', this idiom means to be very cunning or to trick someone. It's unrelated to 'socorrer'.

Ele é muito esperto, sabe dar a volta ao bilhar em qualquer situação.

Informal

Leicht verwechselbar

socorrer vs Ajudar

Both verbs involve providing assistance.

'Socorrer' implies a more urgent and critical need, often involving rescue from danger or distress. 'Ajudar' is a general term for helping with any task or problem, regardless of urgency. You 'ajuda' with homework, but you 'socorre' someone from a burning building.

Eu preciso <strong class='font-semibold'>ajudar</strong> meu amigo com a lição de casa. (I need to help my friend with homework.) vs. Os bombeiros vieram para <strong class='font-semibold'>socorrer</strong> as vítimas do acidente. (The firefighters came to aid the victims of the accident.)

socorrer vs Resgatar

Both involve saving someone.

'Resgatar' specifically means to save someone from a dangerous situation, captivity, or peril (e.g., rescuing hostages, rescuing someone from drowning). 'Socorrer' can include rescue but also encompasses providing broader aid and support after the immediate danger has passed or in situations of severe hardship (e.g., providing aid after a natural disaster).

A polícia <strong class='font-semibold'>resgatou</strong> o refém. (The police rescued the hostage.) vs. A Cruz Vermelha irá <strong class='font-semibold'>socorrer</strong> os desabrigados. (The Red Cross will aid the displaced.)

socorrer vs Acudir

Both mean to provide help in a time of need.

'Acudir' often implies a quicker, more spontaneous response to a cry for help or a sudden emergency. It's about rushing to someone's aid. 'Socorrer' is also about urgent help but can encompass a more organized and sustained effort. They are often interchangeable, but 'acudir' can emphasize the immediate reaction.

Ele ouviu o grito e correu para <strong class='font-semibold'>acudir</strong>. (He heard the cry and ran to aid.) vs. A equipe médica foi <strong class='font-semibold'>socorrer</strong> os feridos no local. (The medical team went to aid the injured at the scene.)

socorrer vs Auxiliar

Both mean to provide help.

'Auxiliar' is generally more formal and implies providing assistance, often with a specific skill or purpose, like professional or technical help. It's less about immediate crisis intervention and more about support in tasks or procedures. 'Socorrer' is for critical situations and emergencies.

O enfermeiro irá <strong class='font-semibold'>auxiliar</strong> o cirurgião. (The nurse will assist the surgeon.) vs. Os bombeiros vieram para <strong class='font-semibold'>socorrer</strong> as pessoas presas. (The firefighters came to rescue the people trapped.)

socorrer vs Amparar

Both involve providing support to someone in need.

'Amparar' means to support, shelter, or protect, often implying ongoing care and protection for someone vulnerable (like children or the elderly). 'Socorrer' is about immediate intervention in a crisis or danger. You might 'amparar' an orphan, but you 'socorre' someone in an accident.

A ONG trabalha para <strong class='font-semibold'>amparar</strong> crianças em situação de risco. (The NGO works to support children at risk.) vs. Foi preciso <strong class='font-semibold'>socorrer</strong> o idoso que caiu na rua. (It was necessary to aid the elderly person who fell in the street.)

Satzmuster

A2

[Subject] + socorrer + [Direct Object].

Os bombeiros socorreram os moradores.

A2

ir + socorrer + [Direct Object].

A ambulância foi socorrer o paciente.

B1

É importante + socorrer + [Direct Object].

É importante socorrer os necessitados.

B1

[Subject] + precisar + socorrer + [Direct Object].

Precisamos socorrer quem está em perigo.

B2

A decisão de + socorrer + [Direct Object] + foi...

A decisão de socorrer a empresa foi importante.

B2

[Subject] + se dedicar a + socorrer + [Direct Object].

Ele se dedica a socorrer os animais abandonados.

C1

A prioridade era + socorrer + [Direct Object].

A prioridade era socorrer os mais feridos.

C1

O programa visa + socorrer + [Direct Object].

O programa visa socorrer os artistas locais.

Wortfamilie

Substantive

socorro

Verben

socorrer

Verwandt

assistência
ajuda
resgate
salvamento
intervenção
Registriere dich kostenlos, um alle Beispiele zu sehen

So verwendest du es

frequency

High in contexts of emergencies, disasters, and humanitarian aid. Less frequent in everyday casual conversation compared to 'ajudar'.

Häufige Fehler
  • Using 'socorrer' for minor help. → Using 'ajudar'.

    'Socorrer' implies a critical situation, danger, or distress. For everyday help like assisting with homework or carrying groceries, 'ajudar' is the appropriate verb.

  • Incorrect conjugation (e.g., 'Eu socorre'). → Correct conjugation based on the subject (e.g., 'Eu socorro').

    Like all verbs, 'socorrer' must agree with its subject. Learners often make errors with the verb endings, especially in the present tense. Always check the subject and apply the correct ending.

  • Omitting the direct object. → Including the direct object (e.g., 'socorrer as vítimas').

    'Socorrer' is typically transitive. Leaving out the direct object can make the sentence unclear. It's important to specify who or what is being aided.

  • Confusing 'socorrer' with 'resgatar' in all contexts. → Using 'resgatar' for direct rescue from danger, and 'socorrer' for broader aid.

    'Resgatar' focuses specifically on freeing someone from immediate peril. 'Socorrer' can include rescue but also general aid in a crisis. For example, you 'resgata' from a fire, then 'socorre' the injured.

  • Incorrect use of the past participle 'socorrido'. → Using 'socorrido' correctly in compound tenses and passive voice.

    Errors occur when using the infinitive instead of the participle or misforming the passive voice (e.g., 'foi socorrer' instead of 'foi socorrida').

Tipps

Focus on Urgency

When you encounter 'socorrer', pay close attention to the surrounding words and the overall situation. Does it describe an emergency, a disaster, or a moment of significant distress? This context will help you differentiate it from more general terms like 'ajudar'.

Master the Conjugations

Like all Portuguese verbs, 'socorrer' changes its ending based on the subject and tense. Practice conjugating it in the present, preterite perfect, and infinitive. Pay special attention to the stressed syllable 'RR' in 'socorrer' itself.

Learn Related Terms

Expand your vocabulary by learning related words like 'socorro' (aid, help), 'socorrista' (rescuer, paramedic), and 'emergência' (emergency). Understanding these terms will deepen your comprehension of contexts where 'socorrer' is used.

Use it in Sentences

Try creating your own sentences using 'socorrer'. Describe hypothetical emergency scenarios or recount past events where help was needed. The more you use it actively, the more natural it will become.

Listen for 'Socorrer' in Media

Watch Portuguese news reports, documentaries, or dramas that might involve emergency situations. Actively listen for the verb 'socorrer' and try to understand its usage in context. This will expose you to authentic language use.

Compare with 'Ajudar'

Make a conscious effort to compare 'socorrer' with 'ajudar'. Think of specific examples where one is appropriate and the other is not. This comparison will solidify the nuanced meaning of 'socorrer'.

Practice the 'RR' Sound

The double 'rr' in 'socorrer' is a strong guttural sound. Practice this sound and the overall pronunciation of the word. Accurate pronunciation will improve your comprehension and your ability to be understood.

Analyze Texts

When reading articles or stories in Portuguese, highlight instances of 'socorrer'. Analyze the surrounding sentences to understand why this specific verb was chosen over other terms for 'help'.

Understand Cultural Importance

Recognize that 'socorrer' often reflects cultural values of community support and solidarity. Understanding this cultural context can enhance your appreciation and correct usage of the word.

Avoid Overuse

Be mindful not to overuse 'socorrer' for everyday, non-urgent situations. Reserve it for contexts that truly involve distress, danger, or a significant need for aid, to avoid sounding overly dramatic or incorrect.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Imagine someone is in danger, and you need to 'SOCOrrer' them. Think of a 'SOCO' (punch) as a way to physically 'CORRER' (run) to their aid. The punch is the urgent action, and the running is the movement to help. Or, think of a 'SO'und of distress, and you 'CORRER' (run) to help.

Visuelle Assoziation

Picture a life preserver ring (representing rescue) being thrown to someone struggling in the water. The ring is the 'socorro' (aid), and the act of throwing it is the 'socorrer' (to aid/rescue).

Word Web

Emergency Rescue Aid Help Distress Crisis Assistance Support Relief Danger

Herausforderung

Try to describe a situation where you or someone else had to 'socorrer' another person or group. Focus on the urgency and the type of help provided. For example, describe a time you saw someone fall and helped them up, or a time a community came together to help those affected by a natural disaster.

Wortherkunft

The Portuguese verb 'socorrer' originates from the Latin verb 'succurrere'. This Latin verb is formed from the prefix 'sub-' (under, up to) and 'currere' (to run). Therefore, the literal meaning is 'to run up to' or 'to run to the aid of' someone. This etymological root clearly conveys the idea of hastening to help someone in need.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: To run up to, to hasten to help, to come to the aid of.

Indo-European > Italic > Latin > Portuguese

Kultureller Kontext

When using 'socorrer', be mindful of the context. It's a strong verb, and using it for trivial matters can sound inappropriate. Ensure the situation genuinely warrants the implication of distress or danger.

In English, 'to aid', 'to help', 'to rescue', and 'to assist' are all related, but 'socorrer' often carries a more immediate and critical sense than general 'help' or 'assist'. 'Rescue' is a very close synonym in emergency contexts.

The work of the Cruz Vermelha (Red Cross) in providing 'socorro' worldwide. Stories of firefighters and police officers who 'socorrem' people in dangerous situations. Humanitarian aid efforts after major natural disasters like tsunamis or earthquakes, where international bodies are mobilized to 'socorrer' affected populations.

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Emergency Services

  • Os bombeiros vão socorrer as vítimas.
  • A ambulância chegou para socorrer o ferido.
  • É preciso socorrer em caso de incêndio.

Natural Disasters

  • O governo vai socorrer a população afetada.
  • Voluntários se organizaram para socorrer os desabrigados.
  • A ajuda humanitária visa socorrer as vítimas da catástrofe.

Personal Assistance in Need

  • Se precisar, pode contar comigo para te socorrer.
  • Ele agiu rápido para socorrer o amigo que caiu.
  • É nosso dever socorrer quem está em apuros.

Medical Situations

  • O médico conseguiu socorrer o paciente a tempo.
  • Os profissionais de saúde trabalham para socorrer os doentes.
  • A prioridade é socorrer os mais graves.

Financial or Societal Support

  • O programa visa socorrer famílias de baixa renda.
  • A empresa foi socorrida com um empréstimo.
  • Precisamos socorrer a economia.

Gesprächseinstiege

"Você já presenciou alguma situação em que foi preciso socorrer alguém?"

"Como você acha que as pessoas podem se preparar melhor para socorrer em emergências?"

"Qual a diferença entre 'ajudar' e 'socorrer' na sua opinião?"

"Você já participou de alguma ação para socorrer uma comunidade?"

"Quais são os desafios de socorrer pessoas em áreas remotas ou de difícil acesso?"

Tagebuch-Impulse

Descreva uma situação hipotética em que você precisou socorrer alguém. Detalhe o que aconteceu e como você agiu.

Pense em uma notícia recente sobre um desastre natural. Como as pessoas foram socorridas? Que lições podemos tirar disso?

Reflita sobre o papel das organizações humanitárias em socorrer populações em crise. Qual a importância do trabalho delas?

Escreva sobre a importância da solidariedade e da empatia para motivar as pessoas a socorrerem o próximo.

Imagine que você tem recursos ilimitados. Como você usaria esses recursos para socorrer pessoas em necessidade no mundo?

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

The main difference lies in the level of urgency and severity. 'Ajudar' is a general term for 'to help' and can be used in any situation. 'Socorrer' specifically implies providing aid or rescue in a critical situation, involving distress, danger, or a significant need for intervention, such as in emergencies or disasters.

'Resgatar' means 'to rescue' someone from immediate danger or captivity. 'Socorrer' is broader; it includes rescue but also encompasses providing aid and support to those affected by a crisis, even after the immediate danger has passed. For example, you 'resgata' someone from a burning building, and then you 'socorre' the victims with medical attention and shelter.

While 'socorrer' is most commonly used for life-threatening or critical situations (accidents, disasters, severe illness), it can also be used for situations of significant hardship or distress where immediate help is crucial, such as severe financial difficulties or being stranded. However, it's not typically used for minor inconveniences.

Yes, 'socorrer' can be used figuratively. For instance, a government might 'socorrer' a struggling industry with financial aid, or a company might 'socorrer' its employees during an economic downturn. In these cases, it means providing crucial support to prevent collapse or severe damage.

The past participle of 'socorrer' is 'socorrido'. It is used in compound tenses (e.g., 'ele tem socorrido' - he has aided) and in the passive voice (e.g., 'a vítima foi socorrida' - the victim was aided).

In the present tense, 'socorrer' is conjugated as follows: eu socorro, tu socorres, ele/ela/você socorre, nós socorremos, vós socorreis, eles/elas/vocês socorrem. Remember that 'socorrer' is a regular -er verb, so these endings follow a standard pattern.

Yes, 'socorrer' is typically a transitive verb, meaning it usually takes a direct object. You 'socorre' someone or something. For example, 'socorrer as vítimas' (to aid the victims). While the object might be implied in context, it's generally present for clarity.

Some common phrases include 'prestar socorro' (to provide aid), 'ir socorrer' (to go aid), 'precisar socorrer' (to need to aid), and 'ser socorrido' (to be aided/rescued). These phrases are frequently used in contexts of emergencies and aid efforts.

Yes, 'socorrer' can be used for animals, especially when they are injured, in distress, or in need of rescue. For example, 'O veterinário socorreu o cachorro ferido.' (The veterinarian aided the injured dog.)

The direct opposites of 'socorrer' are verbs like 'abandonar' (to abandon), 'negligenciar' (to neglect), and 'ignorar' (to ignore), as these actions involve failing to provide help or actively leaving someone in need.

Registriere dich kostenlos für Tipps & Notizen

Teste dich selbst 10 Fragen

/ 10 correct

Perfect score!

Registriere dich kostenlos zum Üben

Verwandte Inhalte

War das hilfreich?

Kommentare (0)

Zum Kommentieren Anmelden
Noch keine Kommentare. Sei der Erste, der seine Gedanken teilt!