Candidatar-se
Example: Ela decidiu candidatar-se para o emprego na escola.
Definition
"Candidatar-se" means to formally apply or put oneself forward for a position, job, or opportunity, often by submitting necessary documents or expressing interest. For example, in "Ela decidiu candidatar-se para o emprego na escola," she decided to apply for the job at the school.
Etymology
The Portuguese verb "candidatar-se" comes from the Latin word "candidatus," meaning 'clothed in white,' which was used for Roman political candidates who wore white togas. Over time, it evolved to mean 'to apply or run for a position.' The reflexive form "-se" indicates the action is done by oneself.
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