conquistar

[kõ.kis.taʁ]

verb

to conquer

1. to take control of a place or people by force

The Romans conquered most of Europe.

Os romanos conquistaram a maior parte da Europa.

2. to win or obtain something through effort

She conquered her fears and gave the speech.

Ela conquistou seus medos e fez o discurso.

3. to win someone's heart or affection

He conquered her heart with his kindness.

Ele conquistou seu coração com sua gentileza.

4. to achieve or accomplish a goal

They conquered the mountain peak.

Eles conquistaram o topo da montanha.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

conquistar

universal usage

Rio de Janeiro

conquistar

common in casual speech for romantic contexts

São Paulo

conquistar

formal and informal usage

Portugal

conquistar

more formal; 'ganhar' often preferred in casual speech

conquistar o coração de alguém - to win someone's heart

conquistar espaço - to gain ground/space

conquistar respeito - to earn respect

conquistar a confiança de alguém - to gain someone's trust

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