No. 2,848 in Portuguese
cabe
"Fits" or "is suitable."
In a sentence
O livro cabe na mochila.
The book fits in the backpack.
Here, 'cabe' refers to the physical fit of an object within a space, indicating conformity or compatibility.
Cabe a você decidir o próximo passo.
It is up to you to decide the next step.
In this usage, 'cabe' expresses responsibility, indicating who is charged with making a decision.
Não cabe discutir esse assunto agora.
It is not appropriate to discuss this matter now.
Here, 'cabe' denotes appropriateness or relevance, suggesting the inappropriateness of addressing a topic at a specific time.
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