ajustar

[a-zhoo-STAHR]

verb

to adjust, to fit, to settle

1. to modify or change something to make it suitable or correct

I need to adjust the seat height.

Preciso ajustar a altura do assento.

2. to make something fit properly

Can you adjust this dress for me?

Você pode ajustar este vestido para mim?

3. to settle or reach an agreement

They ajusted their differences and made peace.

Eles ajustaram suas diferenças e fizeram as pazes.

4. to tighten or fasten

Adjust the bolts firmly.

Ajuste os parafusos firmemente.

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General Brazilian

ajustar

standard usage throughout Brazil

São Paulo

ajustar

commonly used in business and technical contexts

Portugal

ajustar

standard usage; also means 'to hire' or 'to engage' in older contexts

ajustar contas

ajustar as velas

ajustar-se a algo

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