Portuguese verbs that start with H

Browse 22 Portuguese verbs beginning with the letter H

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habilitar

regular
to enable

Habilitar means to enable, authorize, or make something possible. It is often used in contexts involving permissions, activation of features, or granting access.

habitar

regular
to inhabit

Habitar means to dwell or reside in a place. It is used to describe the act of living or occupying a space.

habituar

regular
to get used to

Habituar means to accustom or get someone or oneself used to a certain situation, habit, or environment. It is used to describe the process of becoming familiar or accustomed to something.

harmonizar

regular
to harmonize

Harmonizar significa tornar algo harmonioso ou compatível, frequentemente usado em contextos musicais, de design ou de relacionamento para indicar a combinação ou ajuste de elementos de forma equilibrada.

haver

irregular
to have, there is/are

Haver is used as an auxiliary verb in compound tenses and also to indicate existence or occurrence of something, often translated as 'there is' or 'there are' in English.

herdar

regular
to inherit

Herdar means to receive something, typically property or a title, from someone after their death. It is used in contexts involving inheritance or succession.

hesitar

regular
to hesitate

Hesitar means to hesitate or to be uncertain about making a decision. It is used when someone is unsure or indecisive about taking action.

hibernar

regular
to hibernate

Hibernar means to undergo hibernation, a state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals during winter. It is used figuratively to describe a period of dormancy or inactivity.

hidratar

regular
to hydrate

Hidratar means to supply or restore moisture to something, often used in the context of skin, hair, or plants. It refers to the act of making or becoming hydrated.

hierarquizar

regular
to hierarchize

Hierarquizar means to organize or arrange in a hierarchy, establishing levels of authority or importance. It is used in contexts related to structuring organizations, systems, or concepts according to levels of significance.

higienizar

regular
to hygienize, to sanitize

Higienizar means to clean or disinfect something to maintain hygiene. It is often used in contexts related to health, cleanliness, and sanitation.

hiperventilar

regular
to hyperventilate

Hiperventilar means to breathe excessively fast or deep, often due to anxiety, panic, or medical conditions. It is used to describe the act of rapid breathing that can lead to dizziness or lightheadedness.

hipnotizar

regular
to hypnotize

Hipnotizar means to induce hypnosis or to put someone into a trance-like state. It is used in contexts related to hypnosis, suggestion, or mesmerism.

hipotecar

regular
to mortgage

Hipotecar means to pledge property or assets as security for a loan, typically a mortgage on real estate. It is used in financial contexts when referring to securing a loan with property.

homenagear

regular
to pay homage to / to honor

Homenagear means to pay tribute or honor someone or something. It is used when expressing respect, admiration, or recognition.

honrar

regular
to honor

Honrar means to honor, respect, or esteem someone or something. It is used when expressing reverence, recognition, or tribute.

horrorizar

regular
to horrify

Horrorizar means to cause horror or extreme fear. It is used when describing something that frightens or shocks someone deeply.

hospedar

regular
to host, to accommodate

Hospedar means to host or accommodate someone, often used in the context of providing lodging or hosting guests. It can also refer to hosting websites or events.

hospitalizar

regular
to hospitalize

Hospitalizar means to admit someone to a hospital for medical treatment. It is used in contexts related to healthcare and medical care.

hostigar

regular
to torment, to harass, to bother

Hostigar means to torment, harass, or bother someone persistently. It is often used in contexts where someone is being persistently annoyed or pressured.

humanizar

regular
to humanize

Humanizar means to make something more human, compassionate, or relatable. It is often used in contexts involving empathy, social reform, or making processes more humane.

humilhar

regular
to humiliate

Humilhar means to humiliate or degrade someone, often by causing shame or loss of dignity. It is used when describing actions that diminish a person's self-esteem or reputation.