Meaning
To become ill or unwell.
Cultural Background
Brazilians are very open about health and often share symptoms in detail. More reserved, but 'ficar doente' is still the standard way to explain absence.
Focus on the verb
Remember that 'ficar' is about change. If you are already sick, don't use it!
Meaning
To become ill or unwell.
Focus on the verb
Remember that 'ficar' is about change. If you are already sick, don't use it!
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Eu não quero ____ doente no fim de semana.
Ficar is the correct verb for becoming sick.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEu não quero ____ doente no fim de semana.
Ficar is the correct verb for becoming sick.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes! Ficar feliz (to become happy), Ficar triste (to become sad).
Related Phrases
Estar doente
contrastTo be sick
Adoecer
synonymTo fall ill
