detesta-se
[dɛ.tɛʃ.ˈta.sə]
verb (3rd person singular present indicative, reflexive/impersonal)
one detests / it is detested / oneself detests
1. Third person singular present tense of 'detestar' in reflexive or impersonal construction, expressing strong dislike or abhorrence
One detests dishonesty.
Detesta-se a desonestidade.
2. Used to express a general statement about what people hate or what is hated
It is hated when someone is late.
Detesta-se quando alguém se atrasa.
Related Idioms & Phrases
detesta-se de morte (to detest to death; to hate intensely)
detesta-se com toda força (to detest with all one's strength)
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