move-se

[mɔ̃ˈvɛ sə]

verb

move oneself, be moved

1. reflexive form of 'mover' - to move, to shift position, or to be emotionally affected

She moved closer to the window.

Ela se moveu para perto da janela.

2. to stir, to change location or position

The crowd moved forward slowly.

A multidão se moveu para frente lentamente.

3. to be moved emotionally, to feel touched or motivated

I was deeply moved by her words.

Eu me movi profundamente pelas suas palavras.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

move-se

Standard usage in both reflexive motion and emotional contexts

São Paulo

se meche

Colloquial alternative, 'mecher-se' is more informal

Portugal

move-se

Standard European Portuguese form

mover-se rapidamente - to move quickly

mover-se em círculos - to go in circles / make no progress

ser movido por - to be driven by

mover céu e terra - to move heaven and earth

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