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treinava

[tɾej.ˈna.və]
verb
trained (imperfect past tense)
1. Third person singular imperfect past tense of 'treinar' - to practice or coach repeatedly in the past
He trained the team every day last season
Ele treinava o time todos os dias na temporada passada
2. To engage in regular practice or exercise to develop skills
She trained hard for the marathon
Ela treinava muito para a maratona
3. To instruct or coach someone in a particular skill or activity
The coach trained the athletes
O técnico treinava os atletas
Synonyms
praticavaexercitavaensaiavainstruía
Antonyms
descuidavanegligenciava

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
treinava
Standard usage in sports and professional contexts
Portugal
treinava
Also commonly used in European Portuguese with same meaning

Related Idioms & Phrases

treinar a dedo
treinar em casa
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