Ler
Example: Eu gosto de ler livros antes de dormir todas as noites.
Definition
"Ler" means to look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed words or symbols, typically in books, articles, or other texts. It involves decoding symbols to understand and interpret the information conveyed in writing.
Etymology
The verb "ler" comes from the Latin word 'legere,' which means to gather, choose, or read. Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to specifically refer to the act of reading. Did you know? The Latin root also gave rise to the English word 'lecture.'
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