Prevenir
Example: É importante prevenir problemas antes que eles aconteçam.
Definition
"Prevenir" means to take action in advance to stop something undesirable from happening, such as avoiding problems or dangers before they occur. It involves anticipating potential issues and implementing measures to avoid or minimize their impact.
Etymology
The word "prevenir" comes from the Latin verb 'praevenire,' which means 'to come before' or 'to anticipate.' Did you know that it originally implied acting ahead of time to gain an advantage or prepare? Over time, it evolved into the meaning of preventing or averting something.
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