Portuguese verbs that start with O

Browse 40 Portuguese verbs beginning with the letter O

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obedecer

regular
to obey

Obedecer means to obey or comply with rules, orders, or authority. It is used when referring to following instructions or laws.

observar

regular
to observe

Observar means to observe, watch, or notice something carefully. It is used when referring to paying close attention to details or monitoring.

obstruir

regular
to obstruct

Obstruir means to block, clog, or hinder the passage or progress of something. It is used when referring to physically or figuratively blocking or obstructing.

obter

irregular
to obtain

Obter means to obtain, get, or acquire something. It is used when referring to the act of gaining or securing possession or access to something.

obviar

regular
to avoid, to omit, to bypass

Obviar means to avoid or omit something, often used when referring to disregarding or bypassing an issue, detail, or obstacle.

ocasionar

regular
to cause

Ocasionar means to cause or bring about an event or result. It is used when referring to the act of producing or generating something as a consequence.

ocorrer

regular
to occur

Ocorre significa acontecer, suceder ou ter lugar. É usado para indicar que algo acontece ou se passa em determinado momento ou situação.

ocultar

regular
to hide

Ocultar means to hide or conceal something from view or knowledge. It is used when referring to the act of keeping something secret or out of sight.

ocupar

regular
to occupy

Ocupar means to take up space, time, or position. It is used when referring to occupying a place, a role, or a period of time.

ocupar-se

regular
to occupy oneself

Ocupar-se means to engage oneself in an activity or to be busy with something. It is used reflexively to indicate that the subject is dedicating time or attention to a particular task or interest.

odiar

regular
to hate

Odiar means to hate or strongly dislike someone or something. It is used to express intense aversion or dislike.

ofender-se

regular
to offend oneself / to get hurt (emotionally or physically)

Ofender-se means to hurt oneself emotionally or physically, often used in contexts of emotional injury or physical harm. It is reflexive, indicating that the subject is both the doer and the receiver of the action.

oferecer

irregular
to offer

Oferecer means to present, give, or make available something to someone. It is used when referring to offering objects, services, or assistance.

oficiar

regular
to officiate, to perform (a ceremony or duty)

Oficiar means to perform or carry out a duty, ceremony, or official function. It is often used in contexts such as officiating a religious service, a wedding, or performing an official role.

ofuscar

regular
to obscure, to dim, to overshadow

Ofuscar means to make something less clear, bright, or visible, often by obscuring or dimming. It can also refer to overshadowing or dulling the perception of something.

omitir

regular
to omit

Omitir significa deixar de mencionar, incluir ou fazer algo, muitas vezes intencionalmente. É utilizado quando alguém decide não falar ou não revelar determinada informação.

ondular

regular
to undulate

Ondular means to move in a wave-like motion or to ripple. It is used to describe the movement of surfaces, fabrics, or other objects that exhibit wave patterns.

operar

regular
to operate

Operar means to perform a surgical procedure or to operate machinery or systems. It is used in medical, technical, or mechanical contexts.

opinar

regular
to opine / to give an opinion

Opinar means to express an opinion or to give one's judgment about something. It is used when stating personal views or assessments.

oprimir

regular
to oppress

Oprimir means to oppress, to suppress, or to persecute. It is used when referring to exerting control or force over someone or a group, often in a context of social or political oppression.

optar

regular
to opt, to choose

Optar means to choose or decide in favor of something. It is used when indicating a decision or preference.

orar

regular
to pray

Orar means to pray or to communicate with a deity, often used in religious or spiritual contexts.

orbitar

regular
to orbit

Orbitar means to move in an orbit around a celestial body. It is used in astronomical contexts to describe the movement of planets, satellites, or other objects around a star or planet.

ordenar

regular
to order

Ordenar means to order, arrange, or command. It is used when organizing items, giving commands, or requesting something in a structured manner.

ordenhar

regular
to milk

Ordenhar means to extract milk from an animal, typically a cow or goat. It is used in agricultural and dairy farming contexts.

organizar

regular
to organize

Organizar means to arrange, structure, or set in order. It is used when referring to planning, coordinating, or arranging objects, events, or ideas.

orgulhar

regular
to pride oneself, to be proud

Orgulhar means to feel pride or to make oneself proud. It is used when expressing a sense of satisfaction or pride in oneself or others.

orgulhar-se

regular
to be proud

Orgulhar-se means to feel pride or satisfaction about oneself or someone else. It is a reflexive verb used to express pride or self-esteem.

orientar

regular
to guide, to direct

Orientar means to guide, direct, or provide instructions. It is used when referring to giving guidance or advice to someone or something.

originar

regular
to originate

Originar significa dar origem, criar ou causar algo. É usado para indicar o início ou a causa de um fenômeno, evento ou situação.

ornamentar

regular
to ornament

Ornamentar means to decorate or embellish something, often used in the context of decorating objects, spaces, or adding decorative details.

orquestrar

regular
to orchestrate

Orquestrar means to organize, coordinate, or arrange complex activities or events, often implying careful planning and management.

oscilar

regular
to oscillate

Oscilar means to move back and forth or to fluctuate around a central point. It is used to describe movements, variations, or fluctuations in different contexts.

ostentar

regular
to display, to boast, to show off

Ostentar means to display or show something proudly, often implying boasting or flaunting. It is used when referring to showcasing possessions, qualities, or achievements.

otimizar

regular
to optimize

Otimizar significa melhorar ou tornar algo mais eficiente, geralmente através de ajustes ou melhorias para alcançar o melhor resultado possível.

ousar

regular
to dare

Ousar significa ter coragem ou audácia para fazer algo que normalmente exige coragem ou determinação. É usado para expressar a ação de desafiar limites ou riscos.

ouvir

irregular
to hear

Ouvir means to hear or listen to sounds or voices. It is used when referring to the act of perceiving sound through the sense of hearing.

ovacionar

regular
to ovation, to cheer, to applaud

Ovationar means to cheer or applaud enthusiastically, often in response to a performance or achievement. It is used to express admiration and approval publicly.

oxidar

regular
to oxidize

Oxidar means to undergo oxidation, typically involving a chemical reaction where a substance loses electrons, often resulting in rust or corrosion. It is used in scientific, environmental, and industrial contexts.

oxigenar

regular
to oxygenate

Oxigenar significa fornecer oxigênio a algo ou alguém, geralmente relacionado à respiração, saúde ou processos que envolvem a introdução de oxigênio. É usado tanto no contexto médico quanto em processos naturais ou industriais.