citar
1. to quote or refer to a source, book, or authority as evidence or support
The researcher cited three studies to support her argument.
A pesquisadora citou três estudos para apoiar seu argumento.
2. to mention someone or something as an example
He cited the company's success as proof of his strategy.
Ele citou o sucesso da empresa como prova de sua estratégia.
3. to officially summon someone to appear in court
The witness was cited to testify in the trial.
A testemunha foi citada para testemunhar no julgamento.
4. to give formal recognition or praise for an achievement
The soldier was cited for bravery.
O soldado foi citado por bravura.
In academic and legal contexts, 'cite' is fundamental to both American and Brazilian cultures. In the USA, citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago) are rigorously taught from high school. In Brazil, proper citation is emphasized in academic work but with varying strictness across institutions. The legal usage (summoning to court) differs slightly: Americans say 'cited for traffic violation,' while Brazilians use 'autuado' for traffic infractions.
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