Assegurar
Example: É importante assegurar que todos entendam as regras claramente.
Definition
"Assegurar" means to make certain or guarantee that something will happen or be true, often by taking necessary actions or providing reassurance. For example, in the phrase 'É importante assegurar que todos entendam as regras claramente,' it means ensuring everyone clearly understands the rules.
Etymology
The word "assegurar" comes from the Latin 'assecurare,' combining 'ad-' (to) and 'securus' (secure, safe). Did you know? The root 'securus' literally means 'without care,' suggesting that by assuring something, you free yourself from worry.
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