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get energy

[/ɡɛt ˈɛnɚdʒi/]
verb phrase
ganhar energia
1. to obtain or acquire energy; to become energized or revitalized
I get energy from morning exercise.
Eu ganho energia com exercício matinal.
2. to feel motivated or enthusiastic about something
She gets energy from helping others.
Ela ganha energia ajudando outras pessoas.
3. to recharge one's physical or mental stamina
I need to get energy before the big presentation.
Preciso ganhar energia antes da grande apresentação.
NYC Slang
get hyped
Synonyms
rechargerevitalizeboost energyfeel energizedgain strength
Antonyms
lose energytire outexhaustdraindeplete

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ganhar energia
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
pegar energia
colloquial alternative
São Paulo
recarregar as baterias
idiomatic expression meaning to recharge
Portugal
ganhar energia
standard Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

recharge your batteries
get a second wind
bounce back
get pumped up
feel alive again
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