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Is the word puder the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "puder" is the future subjunctive form of the verb poder (to be able to/can). There are no differences in its meaning, spelling, or grammatical function between Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is in pronunciation: Brazilian Portuguese typically uses more open vowels and a more subtle or nearly silent final "r" (depending on the regional dialect), whereas Continental Portuguese uses more closed vowels and a more distinct articulation of the final "r."

Brazilian Portuguese Examples:

1. Quando você puder, me avisa. (When you can, let me/him/her know.)
2. Se ele puder vir, me avise. (If he can come, let me know.)
3. Assim que puder, me liga. (As soon as you can, call me.)
4. Faça o que puder para ajudar. (Do what you can to help.)
5. Se a gente puder sair, eu vou. (If we can go out, I'll go.)

Continental Portuguese Examples:

1. Quando puderes, avisa-me. (When you can, let me know.)
2. Se ele puder vir, avisa todos. (If he can come, let everyone know.)
3. Assim que puderes, liga-me. (As soon as you can, call me.)
4. Faz o que puderes para ajudar. (Do what you can to help.)
5. Se pudermos sair, eu irei. (If we can go out, I will go.)