conferred on

[kənˈfɜːrd ɒn]

verb (phrasal verb)

conferido em; concedido a

1. to give or grant something (such as a title, degree, or honor) to someone

The university conferred an honorary degree on the distinguished scholar.

A universidade conferiu um diploma honorário ao renomado acadêmico.

2. to consult or discuss with someone

Before making a decision, the manager conferred on the matter with the team.

Antes de tomar uma decisão, o gerente consultou o assunto com a equipe.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

conferido em; concedido a

most common usage in formal contexts

Portugal

conferido em; atribuído a

atribuído is frequently used in Portugal for 'conferred'

confer with someone on something

confer a degree/honor/title on someone

confer with someone about something

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