This is the 8843rd most frequent Portuguese word.
apreenderam
"Apreenderam" means "they seized" or "they apprehended" in English.
In this sentence, 'apreenderam' is used to mean 'seized' in the context of law enforcement confiscating illegal items.
Os policiais apreenderam mercadorias contrabandeadas na operação.
The police seized contraband goods during the operation.
Here, 'apreenderam' means 'grasped' or 'understood,' referring to learning and comprehending new ideas.
Os estudantes apreenderam novos conceitos durante a aula.
The students grasped new concepts during the lesson.
'Apreenderam' in this sentence implies 'learned,' focusing on acquiring knowledge or behavior for safety.