entra, chega, vem em
1. to arrive or enter a place
The train comes in at 5 PM.
O trem chega às 17h.
2. to become available in a particular form, size, or color
This shirt comes in three different colors.
Esta camiseta vem em três cores diferentes.
3. to play a role or be relevant in a situation
That's where your experience comes in.
É aí que sua experiência entra em jogo.
4. to receive or gain something (typically money or an inheritance)
She comes into a large inheritance next year.
Ela receberá uma herança grande no próximo ano.
5. to achieve a particular position or ranking
He comes in second place in the race.
Ele fica em segundo lugar na corrida.
This phrasal verb is fundamental in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In commercial contexts in Brazil, 'vem em' is commonly used to describe product variations. The expression 'entra em jogo' is widely used in sports commentary and discussions. Understanding this phrase is essential for native-level English proficiency.
Related Idioms & Phrases
comes in handy - vem a calhar (proves to be useful)
comes into play - entra em jogo (becomes relevant)
comes into focus - fica em foco (becomes clear)
comes into one's own - desenvolve seu potencial (reaches full potential)
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