encontrar

Brazilian Portuguese dictionary entry for encontrarwith pronunciation guidance and usage notes.

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Phonetic spelling

en-kon-TRAR

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/ẽkõˈtɾaʁ/

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What does “encontrar” mean?

Definitions of “encontrar” with Brazilian Portuguese example sentences and English translations.

to findVerb

Quero encontrar meu amigo.

I want to find my friend.

Preciso encontrar uma solução.

I need to find a solution.

Vamos encontrar um lugar para sentar.

Let's find a place to sit.