carimbar

This is the 4458th most frequent Portuguese word.


carimbar

To stamp or mark with a seal.


The word 'carimbar' is used to describe the action of stamping or marking an official seal on something.

Eu preciso carimbar este documento antes de enviá-lo.

I need to stamp this document before sending it.


Here, 'carimbar' is used in the context of marking passports with stamps that signify entry or exit.

A escola irá carimbar os passaportes dos alunos na excursão.

The school will stamp the students' passports during the excursion.


In this case, 'carimbar' metaphorically represents confirming or officially approving something.

Após revisar meu trabalho, o supervisor disse que ia carimbar sua aprovação.

After reviewing my work, the supervisor said they would stamp their approval.