What is the Portuguese word for "flatter"?

Learn how to say "flatter" in Portuguese with examples and practice

English

flatter

Portuguese

adular

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Examples of how to use "flatter" in Portuguese

English
I hate those who flatter the boss.
Portuguese
Detesto quem vive a adular o chefe.
English
He is always flattering the boss.
Portuguese
Ele adula o chefe sempre.
English
I complimented the teacher yesterday.
Portuguese
Eu adulei a professora ontem.
English
We used to flatter to gain favors.
Portuguese
Nós adulávamos para ganhar favores.
English
They will flatter the guests tomorrow.
Portuguese
Eles adularão os convidados amanhã.
English
I would flatter my friend for compliments.
Portuguese
Eu adularia meu amigo por elogios.

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I hate those who flatter the boss.

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