Meaning
To offer reasons or evidence in support of a point of view.
Cultural Background
In Brazilian academic circles, 'apresentar argumentos' is often followed by a long, polite preamble to avoid sounding too aggressive, reflecting the 'cordial man' theory of Sérgio Buarque de Holanda. Portuguese debate culture can be very direct and formal. In the Parliament (Assembleia da República), 'apresentar argumentos' is a highly codified ritual with specific time limits. Formal Portuguese is a mark of the urban elite and administration. Using 'apresentar argumentos' correctly is vital for social mobility in Luanda. In Mozambican literature (like Mia Couto), formal phrases like this are sometimes played with to show the contrast between official language and local reality.
Use with 'Sólidos'
Native speakers almost always pair 'argumentos' with 'sólidos' to emphasize strength. It's a high-level collocation.
Avoid 'Fazer'
Never say 'fazer argumentos'. It's a classic English-speaker mistake (to make arguments).
Meaning
To offer reasons or evidence in support of a point of view.
Use with 'Sólidos'
Native speakers almost always pair 'argumentos' with 'sólidos' to emphasize strength. It's a high-level collocation.
Avoid 'Fazer'
Never say 'fazer argumentos'. It's a classic English-speaker mistake (to make arguments).
Politeness in Brazil
In Brazil, soften your arguments with 'Eu acredito que...' to avoid appearing arrogant.
Test Yourself
Preencha a lacuna com o adjetivo mais adequado para um contexto formal.
O advogado conseguiu convencer o júri ao apresentar argumentos __________.
'Sólidos' is the most common and professional collocation for strong arguments.
Qual frase está no registro mais adequado para um artigo acadêmico?
Escolha a opção correta:
This uses the third person and the formal collocation 'apresentar argumentos fundamentados'.
Complete o diálogo de forma profissional.
Chefe: 'Não estou convencido sobre este projeto.' Funcionário: 'Senhor, permita-me __________ que justificam o investimento.'
It is the most respectful and professional way to ask to explain your position.
🎉 Score: /3
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Practice Bank
3 exercisesO advogado conseguiu convencer o júri ao apresentar argumentos __________.
'Sólidos' is the most common and professional collocation for strong arguments.
Escolha a opção correta:
This uses the third person and the formal collocation 'apresentar argumentos fundamentados'.
Chefe: 'Não estou convencido sobre este projeto.' Funcionário: 'Senhor, permita-me __________ que justificam o investimento.'
It is the most respectful and professional way to ask to explain your position.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsOnly if you are being funny or having a very serious debate. Otherwise, it sounds too formal.
No. 'Brigar' is emotional and often involves shouting. 'Apresentar argumentos' is intellectual and calm.
'Sólidos' (solid) or 'convincentes' (convincing) are the best choices for C1 learners.
Related Phrases
Expor ideias
similarTo lay out ideas
Fundamentar uma tese
specialized formTo provide a foundation for a thesis
Bater boca
contrastTo argue/bicker
Trazer à baila
builds onTo bring up for discussion
