Meaning
To strengthen a concept or belief.
Cultural Background
In Brazilian corporate culture, 'reforçar a ideia' is a polite way to disagree with a pivot. Instead of saying 'No, let's stick to the plan', one might say 'Gostaria de reforçar a ideia original'. Portuguese speakers value precision. Using 'reforçar a ideia' in a debate shows that you are paying attention to the logical flow of the conversation. In political and social discourse, the phrase is often used to promote national unity and collective goals. Common in educational contexts to emphasize the importance of literacy and community development.
Use in Essays
In the 'Desenvolvimento' section of a Portuguese essay, use this phrase to link your examples to your thesis. It shows high-level cohesion.
No Accent!
Never write 'idéia' with an accent. It's a classic marker of someone who hasn't updated their grammar since 2009.
Meaning
To strengthen a concept or belief.
Use in Essays
In the 'Desenvolvimento' section of a Portuguese essay, use this phrase to link your examples to your thesis. It shows high-level cohesion.
No Accent!
Never write 'idéia' with an accent. It's a classic marker of someone who hasn't updated their grammar since 2009.
Polite Disagreement
If you disagree with someone, start with 'Eu entendo, mas gostaria de reforçar a ideia de que...' to sound diplomatic.
Test Yourself
Preencha a lacuna com a forma correta do verbo 'reforçar'.
Os novos dados __________ a ideia de que o projeto será um sucesso.
The subject 'Os novos dados' is plural, so the verb must be 'reforçam'.
Qual frase utiliza a expressão de forma mais natural em um contexto formal?
Escolha a melhor opção:
This sentence uses the correct transitive direct structure and a formal tone.
Complete o diálogo de forma lógica.
A: 'O cliente reclamou do preço novamente.' B: 'Pois é, isso só __________ de que precisamos de um desconto.'
The complaint acts as evidence that strengthens the existing thought about needing a discount.
Combine a situação com a frase correta.
Situação: Um cientista encontra um novo fóssil.
A fossil is scientific evidence that supports the theory (idea) of evolution.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesOs novos dados __________ a ideia de que o projeto será um sucesso.
The subject 'Os novos dados' is plural, so the verb must be 'reforçam'.
Escolha a melhor opção:
This sentence uses the correct transitive direct structure and a formal tone.
A: 'O cliente reclamou do preço novamente.' B: 'Pois é, isso só __________ de que precisamos de um desconto.'
The complaint acts as evidence that strengthens the existing thought about needing a discount.
Situação: Um cientista encontra um novo fóssil.
A fossil is scientific evidence that supports the theory (idea) of evolution.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNot directly. You don't 'reforçar uma pessoa', but you can 'reforçar a ideia de que uma pessoa é capaz'.
The correct form is 'reforçar a ideia DE que'. The preposition 'de' is required.
Yes, it is perfectly standard in Portugal, though they might also use 'vincar a ideia'.
Yes, e.g., 'Suas flores reforçaram a ideia de que você me ama'. It sounds a bit formal but sweet.
Related Phrases
Bater na mesma tecla
similarTo keep repeating the same point.
Corroborar a tese
specialized formTo provide evidence for a scientific or academic theory.
Dar peso a
similarTo give weight to something.
Pôr em causa
contrastTo question or doubt an idea.
