variar a velocidade

[va-ri-ˈar a ve-lo-ˈsi-da-de]

verb phrase

to vary the speed

1. to change or alter the speed at which something moves or operates

The driver varied the speed according to traffic conditions.

O motorista variou a velocidade de acordo com as condições do trânsito.

2. to modulate or adjust velocity in a continuous manner

The musician varied the speed of the piece to create dramatic effect.

O músico variou a velocidade da peça para criar um efeito dramático.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

variar a velocidade

standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

variar a velocidade

common in both formal and informal contexts

Portugal

variar a velocidade

standard European Portuguese usage

mudar de marcha

acelerar e desacelerar

jogar com a velocidade

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