was introduced
[wəz ɪntrəˈduːst]
verb phrase (past tense passive voice)
foi apresentado/a
1. past tense passive form indicating that someone or something was formally presented or made known for the first time
The new product was introduced at the conference yesterday.
O novo produto foi apresentado na conferência ontem.
2. past tense passive form indicating that someone was made acquainted with another person
I was introduced to her at the party.
Fui apresentado/a a ela na festa.
3. past tense passive form indicating that something new was brought into use or established
The policy was introduced to improve efficiency.
A política foi introduzida para melhorar a eficiência.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'was introduced' is a formal, standard expression used in business presentations, academic settings, and social situations. In Brazil, social introductions between people often use 'apresentar' while policy or product launches may use either 'apresentar' or 'introduzir' interchangeably.
Related Idioms & Phrases
was introduced to someone
was introduced at a formal event
was introduced as a solution
was introduced for the first time
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