Desligar
Example: Por favor, desligue o computador antes de sair.
Definition
"Desligar" means to turn off or switch off a device or system, stopping it from operating. It can also refer to disconnecting or shutting down something, like turning off a computer or ending an electronic connection.
Etymology
The word "desligar" comes from the Portuguese prefix 'des-' meaning 'undo' or 'reverse,' combined with 'ligar,' which means 'to connect' or 'to link.' So, "desligar" literally means 'to undo the connection' or 'to disconnect.' Did you know it shares roots with the English word 'link'?
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