ergue-te

[ɛɾˈɡ(ə)tə]

verb

stand up (reflexive imperative form)

1. Second person singular reflexive imperative of 'erguer' - to rise up, to stand up, to lift oneself

Stand up and face your challenges!

Ergue-te e enfrenta teus desafios!

2. To raise oneself; to elevate oneself in position or status

Rise up against injustice!

Ergue-te contra a injustiça!

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

ergue-te / levanta-te

Both forms are understood; 'levanta-te' is more commonly used in everyday speech

Portugal

ergue-te

More formal and literary usage; preferred in standard Portuguese

Informal speech

sai daí / levanta

Colloquial alternatives

erguer-se contra - to stand against, to oppose

erguer a cabeça - to hold one's head high, to regain dignity

erguer voo - to take flight

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