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prende-se

[ˈprẽdə-sə]
verb
it is attached/fastened; one attaches/fastens; it concerns/relates to
1. Third person singular present of 'prender' (reflexive form) - to attach, fasten, or secure something
The rope attaches to the post.
A corda prende-se ao poste.
2. To be caught or trapped
He got caught in the traffic.
Ele prende-se no trânsito.
3. To concern or relate to (impersonal use)
This matter relates to your responsibilities.
Este assunto prende-se às suas responsabilidades.
4. To become interested or engaged in something
She becomes captivated by the story.
Ela prende-se à história.
Synonyms
liga-sefixa-seagarra-serelaciona-se
Antonyms
solta-seliberta-sedesapega-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prende-se
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
prende-se
Standard usage with same meanings as Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
prende-se
Common in urban speech and formal writing

Related Idioms & Phrases

prende-se à vida - clings to life
prende-se aos detalhes - pays attention to details
prende-se no passado - gets stuck in the past
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