torna-se duro
[TOR-nah-se DOO-roo]
verb phrase
becomes hard; hardens; turns hard
1. To undergo a physical change from soft or flexible to hard or rigid
The clay becomes hard when it is baked in the kiln.
A argila torna-se dura quando é cozida no forno.
2. To become difficult, strict, or severe in attitude or approach
The teacher's stance became hard after repeated misbehavior.
A postura do professor torna-se dura após comportamento repetido.
3. To solidify or set (as in concrete, glue, or other materials)
The concrete becomes hard after 24 hours.
O concreto torna-se duro após 24 horas.
Related Idioms & Phrases
o coração torna-se duro (the heart becomes hardened)
torna-se duro como pedra (becomes hard as stone)
torna-se duro de ouvido (becomes hard of hearing)
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