to place, to put, to set
1. to put something in a specific location or position
I placed the book on the table.
Coloquei o livro na mesa.
2. to install or fit something
They installed new windows in the house.
Colocaram janelas novas na casa.
3. to propose or raise an issue for discussion
She raised an important question during the meeting.
Ela colocou uma questão importante na reunião.
4. to cause someone to be in a particular situation
This puts you in a difficult position.
Isso te coloca em uma posição difícil.
5. to put on or wear clothing
He put on his jacket before leaving.
Ele colocou sua jaqueta antes de sair.
Related Idioms & Phrases
colocar a mão na massa - to get one's hands dirty (to get involved in work)
colocar os pés no chão - to be realistic
colocar em dúvida - to question or cast doubt on
colocar fogo - to set fire to something
colocar de lado - to set aside or put aside
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