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devolvem-se
[dɨ.vɔ.ˈvẽ̃.sɨ]
verb
they return (reflexive/passive form)
1.
Third person plural present indicative of 'devolver' in reflexive or passive voice, meaning items are returned or things are given back
The books are returned to the library.
Os livros devolvem-se à biblioteca.
2.
Used in impersonal constructions to indicate a general action of returning something
In this store, items are returned within 30 days.
Nesta loja, devolvem-se os produtos dentro de 30 dias.
Synonyms
restituem-se
retornam-se
voltam-se
Antonyms
retêm-se
guardam-se
mantêm-se
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
devolvem-se
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
devolvem-se
Standard usage, commonly used in formal documents and everyday speech
Related Idioms & Phrases
devolver um favor - to return a favor
devolver a bola - to return the ball; figuratively, to respond in kind
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