Portuguese verbs that start with F

Fabricar means to produce or make something, typically on a large scale, such as goods or products in a factory setting.

Fabular means to invent or create stories, often in the context of storytelling, fiction, or fabrication. It is used when referring to the act of making up narratives or stories.

Facilitar means to make something easier or more accessible. It is used when describing the act of simplifying or easing a process or task.

Falar means to speak or talk. It is commonly used when referring to verbal communication, language ability, or conversation.

Falecer means to die or pass away. It is a formal or literary term used to refer to death.

Falhar means to fail or to be unsuccessful in achieving a goal or completing a task. It is used in contexts of failure, errors, or shortcomings.

Falir means to become bankrupt or insolvent, often used in economic or financial contexts to describe the failure of a business or individual financially.

Falsear means to falsify, fake, or distort information, often used in contexts involving deception or manipulation of data or facts.

Falsificar means to falsify, forge, or counterfeit something, such as documents, signatures, or data. It is used when referring to the act of creating false versions of something with the intent to deceive.

Faltar means to be missing, absent, or to lack something. It is used to indicate the absence of a person, object, or quality, or to express need or deficiency.

Familiarizar means to make someone or oneself familiar with something, to become accustomed or knowledgeable about a particular subject or environment.

Farejar means to sniff or smell something, often used when referring to animals detecting scents or humans smelling something.

Fartar means to satisfy completely, often by eating or consuming to the point of fullness, or to become tired or bored of something. It is used in contexts related to satiation or exhaustion.

Fascinar means to fascinate, captivate, or enchant someone. It is used to describe something that deeply attracts or charms.

Fatiar means to cut into slices or thin pieces. It is used when referring to slicing food or other materials.

Faturar means to bill, to earn, or to make money, especially in a business or commercial context. It is often used to refer to generating revenue or income.

Favorecer means to favor, promote, or benefit something or someone. It is used when describing actions that support or enhance a particular situation, person, or outcome.

Favoritar means to mark or save an item, such as a post, article, or content, as a favorite or preferred. It is commonly used in digital platforms and social media to indicate preference or to bookmark content.

Fazer means to do or to make something. It is used in various contexts involving creation, production, or performing an action.

Fechar means to close or shut something. It is used when referring to the act of closing doors, windows, or other objects.

Fecundar means to fertilize or make fertile, often used in biological or agricultural contexts, as well as in a figurative sense to mean inspiring or generating ideas or feelings.

Feriar means to cause injury or harm to someone or something. It can be used both literally, in the context of physical injury, and figuratively, to refer to emotional or psychological harm.

Fermentar means to undergo fermentation, a process where microorganisms like yeast or bacteria convert carbohydrates into alcohol or acids. It is commonly used in the context of food and beverage production, such as bread, beer, and wine.

Fertilizar means to apply fertilizer to soil or plants to promote growth. It is used in agricultural, gardening, and horticultural contexts.

Ferver means to boil, typically referring to liquids reaching their boiling point. It is used when describing the process of heating a liquid until it bubbles and turns into vapor.

Fervir means to boil or to be boiling. It is used to describe liquids reaching the boiling point or the process of boiling.

Fiar means to trust or confide in someone, often used in contexts involving trustworthiness or reliance.

Fibrilar means to undergo fibrillation or to cause fibrillation, often used in medical or biological contexts to describe the irregular or rapid contractions of muscle fibers or heart tissue.

Ficar is a versatile verb in Brazilian Portuguese that can mean to stay, remain, or become. It is often used to indicate location, change of state, or emotional states.

Fichar means to register, log in, or record information, often used in contexts related to security, attendance, or data entry.

Figurar means to appear, to be listed, or to be represented in a context. It is often used when referring to appearances in lists, representations, or to occupy a position or role.

Filmar means to record moving images or videos, typically using a camera. It is used in contexts related to filmmaking, video recording, or capturing scenes.

Filosofar means to engage in philosophical thinking or discussion. It is used when referring to contemplating fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.

Filtrar means to filter or strain substances, or to selectively remove or sort through data or information. It is used in contexts such as filtering liquids, air, or digital data.

Finalizar means to finish, end, or complete something. It is used when referring to the conclusion of an action, process, or event.

Financiar means to provide funds or capital for a project, purchase, or venture. It is used when referring to the act of funding or backing financially.

Fincar means to embed or plant something firmly into a surface or ground. It can also refer to establishing or fixing something in a particular place or condition.

Fingir means to pretend or simulate something, often used when someone is feigning an emotion, condition, or action.

Firmar means to sign a document, to establish or confirm something, or to affirm a statement. It is used in contexts involving formal agreements, signatures, or asserting something.

Fisgar means to catch or hook, often used in the context of fishing or catching something with a hook. It can also be used figuratively to mean to attract or to seize an opportunity.

Fixar significa prender, estabelecer ou colocar algo de forma fixa ou segura. Pode também indicar a ação de estabelecer uma ideia, um objetivo ou uma decisão.

Flagelar means to whip or beat someone as a form of punishment or torture. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to criticizing or punishing someone severely.

Flamejar means to flicker or burn with a flickering flame. It is used to describe the movement or appearance of flames or lights that flicker.

Flanquear means to flank or border on both sides, often used in military, architectural, or strategic contexts to describe positioning alongside something.

Flertar significa demonstrar interesse romântico ou amoroso de forma casual ou brincalhona. É usado quando alguém tenta conquistar ou atrair a atenção de outra pessoa de maneira leve.

Flexionar significa dobrar ou curvar uma parte do corpo ou de um objeto, geralmente para indicar uma ação de contrair ou dobrar músculos ou partes do corpo.

Florescer means to bloom or to blossom, often used to describe flowers or plants reaching full development or beauty. It can also be used metaphorically to indicate flourishing or thriving.

Florir means to bloom or blossom, typically referring to flowers or plants. It can also be used metaphorically to indicate something developing or flourishing.

Fluir significa mover-se suavemente ou de forma contínua, geralmente referindo-se a líquidos, ideias ou processos que acontecem de maneira contínua e sem obstáculos.

Flutuar means to float or drift in a fluid or air. It is used to describe the action of remaining suspended or moving gently on or in a medium such as water or air.

Focar significa concentrar a atenção ou o esforço em algo específico. É usado quando se deseja enfatizar a concentração ou o direcionamento de energia em uma tarefa ou objetivo.

Fofocar means to gossip or spread rumors about someone. It is used when referring to sharing private or sensational information informally.

Folhear means to browse or leaf through pages of a book, magazine, or similar material. It is used when referring to the action of flipping through pages casually or inspecting content.

Fomentar means to promote, encourage, or stimulate something. It is often used in contexts related to fostering development, growth, or support for ideas, initiatives, or activities.

Forçar means to exert pressure or compel someone or something to do or accept something. It can also refer to applying physical force or effort.

Forcejar means to struggle or wrestle, often implying physical effort or resistance. It can also be used figuratively to describe efforts to achieve or resist something.

Forjar means to shape metal by heating and hammering, or to create or invent something with effort. It is used both literally and figuratively.

Formalizar means to make something formal, official, or legally binding. It is used when referring to the act of establishing, legitimizing, or giving formal structure to agreements, processes, or documents.

Formar means to create, establish, or assemble something. It is used in contexts such as forming groups, shapes, or concepts.

Formatar means to format, typically referring to preparing a storage device or document by organizing or setting up its structure. It is used in contexts related to computers, data management, and document preparation.

Fornecer means to supply or provide something, often used in contexts involving giving resources, information, or services.

Forrar means to cover or line something with a material, such as fabric, paper, or other substances. It is often used in contexts like upholstering furniture, lining boxes, or covering surfaces.

Fortalecer means to make something stronger or more robust. It is used when referring to enhancing physical strength, stability, or effectiveness.

Fortificar means to make something stronger or more resistant, often used in contexts related to physical, structural, or metaphorical strengthening.

Fossilizar means to turn into or become a fossil, often used metaphorically to describe something becoming fixed, rigid, or unchangeable over time.

Fotocopiar means to make photocopies of documents or images. It is used when referring to the action of copying physical documents using a photocopier.

Fotografar means to take photographs or pictures. It is used when referring to capturing images with a camera.

Fracassar means to fail or be unsuccessful in a task, project, or endeavor. It is used to describe situations where goals are not achieved.

Fracionar means to divide or split something into smaller parts or fractions. It is often used in contexts involving division, partitioning, or segmentation.

Fragmentar means to break or divide into smaller parts or fragments. It is used in contexts involving physical, conceptual, or abstract division.

Franquear means to clear, pass through, or pay a fee or duty, often used in contexts like crossing borders or paying tariffs.

Fraquejar means to weaken, falter, or lose strength. It is used to describe the process of becoming less strong or resilient, often in physical, emotional, or structural contexts.

Frasear means to phrase or to express something in words, often referring to the way a sentence or idea is articulated.

Fraudar means to deceive or cheat someone, often by illegal or dishonest means, such as fraud or scams. It is used in contexts involving dishonesty or illicit activities.

Frear means to apply brakes or to slow down, often used in the context of vehicles or reducing speed.

Frequentar means to attend or visit regularly, such as classes, events, or places. It is used when referring to habitual attendance or participation.

Friccionar means to rub or to apply friction to something. It is used when describing the action of rubbing surfaces together or applying friction for cleaning, polishing, or other purposes.

Frisar means to emphasize or highlight something, often used to draw attention to a particular point or detail.

Fritar means to cook food by submerging it in hot oil or fat. It is commonly used in culinary contexts to describe the frying process.

Fruncir means to furrow or wrinkling the brow, often indicating displeasure, concentration, or concern. It can also refer to the act of gathering or puckering something, like fabric.

Frustrar means to cause frustration or disappointment. It is used when something prevents a goal or expectation from being achieved.

Frutificar means to produce or yield fruit, often used in agricultural or botanical contexts to describe plants or trees that bear fruit.

Fuçar means to poke around, snoop, or rummage through something. It is often used informally to describe searching or investigating in a curious or intrusive manner.

Fugir means to run away or escape from a place, situation, or person. It is often used to describe fleeing or avoiding something.

Fulgurar means to shine brightly or sparkle, often used to describe something that emits a sudden or intense light or brilliance.

Fulminar means to strike down or destroy something suddenly and forcefully. It can also be used figuratively to mean to overwhelm or to destroy completely.

Fumar means to inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, or other substances. It is used to describe the act of smoking, often in the context of health, habits, or regulations.

Fumigar means to disinfect or purify an area by using fumigants, often to eliminate pests or insects. It is commonly used in contexts related to pest control and sanitation.

Funcionar means to operate, work, or function properly. It is used to describe the functioning of machines, devices, or systems.

Fundamentar means to base or justify something on a foundation or reasoning. It is used when referring to providing a basis or support for an argument, idea, or statement.

Fundar means to establish, create, or set up something, such as an organization, institution, or city. It is used when referring to the act of founding or establishing something officially.

Fundir means to melt or fuse materials, often metals or plastics, by heating. It can also refer to combining or merging things.

Furar means to make a hole or puncture in something, often using a tool like a drill. It can also refer to piercing or perforating objects or surfaces.

Furtar means to steal or to take something secretly or unlawfully. It is used in contexts involving theft or clandestine removal of objects.

Fustigar means to whip or lash, often used figuratively to describe tormenting or criticizing someone intensely. It can also refer to physically striking with a whip.