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bateu-se

[bɐ'tew-sə]
verb
he/she/it hit oneself; fought; clashed
1. reflexive form of 'bater' - to strike oneself or engage in physical combat
He hit himself in frustration.
Ele bateu-se de frustração.
2. to clash or collide with something
The two teams clashed on the field.
Os dois times se bateram no campo.
3. to struggle or fight against something
She fought against all odds.
Ela se bateu contra todas as adversidades.
Synonyms
golpeou-seferiu-secombateu-sechocou-se
Antonyms
acalmou-serendeu-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bateu-se
Standard usage in Brazil
Portugal
bateu-se
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

bater-se pela vida - to fight for one's livelihood
bater-se contra - to fight against
bater-se com - to fight with/against someone
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