avancei

[ə.vɐ̃.ˈseɪ̯]

verb

I advanced

1. First-person singular preterite indicative of 'avançar' - to move forward or make progress

I advanced in my career last year.

Avancei na minha carreira no ano passado.

2. To proceed or progress in any direction or endeavor

We advanced through the difficult terrain.

Avancei pelo terreno difícil.

3. To move ahead in time or sequence

I advanced the meeting to an earlier time.

Avancei a reunião para uma hora mais cedo.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

avancei

Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts

Portugal

avancei

Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

avançar à frente - to move forward

avançar passo a passo - to advance step by step

avançar sem recear - to advance without fear

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