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How to Say ‘To help.’ in Portuguese

Para apoiar.

PAH-rah ah-poh-YAHR

[PAH-rah ah-poh-YAHR]

Phrase Breakdown

Para

[PAH-rah]

to, in order to

A preposition often used before an infinitive verb to show purpose or intention.

Example

Num evento de networking, uso esta expressão para apoiar uma conversa profissional.

At a networking event, I use this expression to support a professional conversation.

apoiar

[ah-poh-YAHR]

to support

An infinitive verb meaning to help, back, or encourage someone or something.

Example

Durante a conversa, é útil apoiar uma ideia com exemplos claros.

During the conversation, it is useful to support an idea with clear examples.

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