Conquistar
Example: Ela conseguiu conquistar a confiança dos novos colegas.
Definition
"Conquistar" means to gain or win something, often through effort or skill. In a historical context, it refers to taking control or possession of a territory, people, or trust, as in the example phrase where someone wins the confidence of new colleagues.
Etymology
The word "conquistar" comes from the Latin 'conquirere,' meaning 'to seek or to gain entirely.' It combines 'con-' (together) and 'quaerere' (to seek). Did you know? The term originally had more to do with searching or acquiring, but over time it came to strongly imply victory or taking control.
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