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employ methods

[ɪmˈplɔɪ ˈmɛθədz]
verb phrase
empregar métodos
1. To use or apply particular techniques, strategies, or procedures to accomplish a goal
The company employs modern methods to improve production efficiency.
A empresa emprega métodos modernos para melhorar a eficiência da produção.
2. To put into practice or utilize specific approaches or systems
Teachers employ various methods to engage their students in learning.
Os professores empregam vários métodos para engajar seus alunos na aprendizagem.
Synonyms
use methodsapply methodsadopt methodsutilize techniquesimplement strategies
Antonyms
abandon methodsreject methodsdiscard approaches

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
empregar métodos
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
usar métodos
Common alternative, slightly more informal
Portugal
empregar métodos
Standard usage, consistent with Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

employ tried and tested methods
employ unconventional methods
employ best practices
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