Seguir
Example: É importante seguir as instruções para evitar erros.
Definition
"Seguir" means to continue or go after something or someone, often to maintain direction or adherence. For example, in the phrase 'É importante seguir as instruções para evitar erros,' it implies the action of following instructions carefully to avoid mistakes.
Etymology
The word "seguir" comes from the Latin verb 'sequi,' meaning 'to follow.' It entered Portuguese through the evolution of Latin into the Romance languages, retaining its core meaning. Did you know? The root 'sequi' also gave rise to English words like 'sequence' and 'consequence,' all related to the idea of following.
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