What does adequar-se in Portuguese mean?

What is the meaning of the word adequar-se in Portuguese? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use adequar-se in Portuguese.

The word adequar-se in Portuguese means fit, suit, enquadrar-se, adequar-se, adaptar-se, adequar-se, convir, caber, adapt, adapt, comply, be suitable, corresponder. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word adequar-se

fit, suit

enquadrar-se

intransitive verb (be like others)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)
Algumas crianças que recusam-se a enquadrar-se sofrem bullying de seus colegas.
Some kids who refuse to conform are bullied by their peers.

adequar-se

phrasal verb, intransitive (figurative (be adequate)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)
He will never measure up; we might as well go ahead and fire him now.

adaptar-se, adequar-se

intransitive verb (fit requirements)

(verbo pronominal/reflexivo: Verbos que precisam do pronome "se". Ex. "ferir-se", "queixar-se", etc.)
This is only a general rule; many examples do not conform.

convir, caber

(be proper)

Seu comportamento elegante convém perfeitamente com o corpo diplomático.
Her elegant behaviour fit perfectly with the diplomatic corps.

adapt

(ajustar, adaptar, acomodar)

adapt

(adaptar-se)

(verto intransitivo: Verbos que não exigem complemento. Ex. "existir", "dormir", etc.)

comply

(amoldar-se) (requirements)

(verto intransitivo: Verbos que não exigem complemento. Ex. "existir", "dormir", etc.)

be suitable

(ajustar-se)

corresponder

intransitive verb (be proper)

(verbo transitivo: Verbos que possuem complemento, direto ou indireto. Ex. "oferecer ajuda", "gostar de música", etc.)
Ao falar com dignatários, é importante que o comportamento corresponda.
When speaking to dignitaries, it's important that your manners fit.

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