zelou

[zə-ˈloʊ]

verb

was zealous; cared deeply; was jealous

1. Third person singular preterite of 'zelar' - to be zealous, to care deeply, or to be jealous about something

He was zealous about his work.

Ele zelou muito pelo seu trabalho.

2. To watch over or guard something carefully

She zealously guarded her reputation.

Ela zelou pela sua reputação.

3. To be jealous or possessive

He was jealous of her attention to others.

Ele zelou por sua atenção exclusiva.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese

zelou

Standard usage across Brazil

Portugal

zelou

Standard usage in European Portuguese

zelar por alguém - to care for someone

zelar pela honra - to guard one's honor

zelar dos detalhes - to be careful with details

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