Substituir
Example: Vou substituir a lâmpada que está queimada agora.
Definition
"Substituir" means to replace or take the place of something or someone, often by putting a new item or person in the position of the old one. For example, "Vou substituir a lâmpada que está queimada agora" means I am going to replace the burnt-out light bulb now.
Etymology
The word "substituir" comes from the Latin verb 'substituere,' which means to put in place of another. It combines 'sub-' meaning 'under' or 'in place of' and 'statuere' meaning 'to set up.' Did you know? The root relates to the English word 'substitute,' both sharing the same Latin origin.
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