This is the 4670th most frequent Portuguese word.
deteve
"Deteve" means "detained" or "stopped."
In this sentence, 'deteve' indicates an action of physically stopping or apprehending someone, showcasing its use in the context of law enforcement or intervention.
O guarda-determinado deteve o ladrão em flagrante.
The determined guard stopped the thief red-handed.
Here, 'deteve' is used metaphorically to mean halting one's attention or focus, demonstrating its versatility in describing mental or emotional actions.
Ele estava tão impressionado pela obra de arte que deteve seu olhar por alguns minutos.
He was so impressed by the artwork that he held his gaze on it for a few minutes.
In this instance, 'deteve' describes the action of stopping a mechanical object, allowing learners to understand its application in technical or literal stopping scenarios.