Bater
Example: Eu costumo bater na porta antes de entrar na sala.
Definition
"Bater" means to strike or hit something, often with the hand or an object, usually to produce a sound or to make an impact. For example, in the phrase 'Eu costumo bater na porta,' it means to knock on the door before entering the room.
Etymology
The Portuguese verb "bater" comes from the Latin word 'battuere,' meaning to beat or strike. Did you know? The root of "bater" is shared with English words like 'battery,' which originally meant a beating or a series of blows.
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