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Is the word recebem the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?
Yes
The word "recebem" is identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese in terms of spelling, grammar (it is the third-person plural present indicative of the verb receber), and meaning. The only difference is pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, vowels tend to be more "open" and articulated, and the rhythm is more syllable-timed. In Continental Portuguese, vowels are more "closed" and unstressed vowels are often reduced or nearly swallowed, creating a more stress-timed rhythm.
Brazilian Portuguese Examples
- Eles recebem o salário todo mês. (They receive their salary every month.)
- Os alunos recebem notas boas. (The students receive good grades.)
- Vocês recebem muitos presentes de aniversário. (You all receive many birthday presents.)
- As empresas recebem muitas reclamações. (The companies receive many complaints.)
- Eles recebem os convidados com um sorriso. (They receive the guests with a smile.)
Continental Portuguese Examples
- Eles recebem o ordenado todo o mês. (They receive their salary every month.)
- Os alunos recebem boas notas. (The students receive good grades.)
- Vocês recebem muitos presentes de aniversário. (You all receive many birthday presents.)
- As empresas recebem muitas reclamações. (The companies receive many complaints.)
- Eles recebem os convidados com um sorriso. (They receive the guests with a smile.)
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