Presente
Example: Ela trouxe um presente especial para o aniversário do amigo.
Definition
"Presente" is a noun that refers to an item given voluntarily to someone without payment, often as a gesture of affection, celebration, or goodwill. For example, it can be a gift brought for a friend's birthday to show appreciation or friendship.
Translations
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gift -
regalo -
het cadeau -
regal -
le cadeau -
das Geschenk -
regalo
Etymology
The word "presente" comes from the Latin word 'praesens,' meaning 'being at hand' or 'immediate.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to mean something given in the moment, which naturally extended to the concept of a gift given to someone. Did you know? The English word 'present' shares the same Latin root but has multiple meanings, including 'gift' and 'current time.'
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