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gain energy

[/ɡeɪn ˈɛnərdʒi/]
verb phrase
ganhar energia
1. to obtain or acquire energy; to become more energetic or vigorous
After a good night's sleep, I gained energy for the day ahead.
Depois de uma boa noite de sono, ganhei energia para o dia seguinte.
2. to increase in power, momentum, or intensity
The project began to gain energy as more team members joined.
O projeto começou a ganhar energia conforme mais membros da equipe se juntaram.
3. to become more lively or animated in spirit or mood
The concert helped the audience gain energy and enthusiasm.
O concerto ajudou o público a ganhar energia e entusiasmo.
NYC Slang
get juiced up, get hyped up, get amped
Synonyms
get energybuild energyaccumulate strengthbecome energizedgather momentum
Antonyms
lose energydeplete energygrow tiredweakenslow down

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ganhar energia
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ganhar energia
Common in business and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ganhar energia
Used colloquially; also 'pegar energia'
Portugal
ganhar energia
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

gain momentum
pick up steam
get a second wind
recharge one's batteries
get energized
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