A1 Collocation Neutral

Comprar um presente

To buy a gift

Meaning

To purchase something for someone else.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, it is very common to give gifts for 'Amigo Secreto' (Secret Santa) during Christmas. Gifts are often opened immediately in front of the giver to show appreciation.

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Preposition check

Always use 'para' when mentioning the recipient.

Meaning

To purchase something for someone else.

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Preposition check

Always use 'para' when mentioning the recipient.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Eu preciso ____ um presente para o meu pai.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: comprar

Comprar is the correct verb for acquiring a gift.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Eu preciso ____ um presente para o meu pai.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: comprar

Comprar is the correct verb for acquiring a gift.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, that would be 'suborno'.

Related Phrases

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Dar um presente

builds on

To give a gift

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Escolher um presente

similar

To choose a gift

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