This is the 10006th most frequent Portuguese word.
dispara
"Dispara" means "shoots" or "fires" in English.
Here, 'dispara' means the alarm activates or triggers, showing its usage in a mechanical or automatic context.
O alarme dispara quando há movimento inesperado.
The alarm goes off when there is unexpected movement.
In this sentence, 'dispara' refers to the athlete initiating a rapid burst of speed, acting as a synonym for 'sprints' or 'takes off fast.'
O atleta dispara na corrida logo ao receber o sinal.
The athlete sprints in the race immediately after receiving the signal.
In this context, 'dispara' conveys the action of rapidly or intensely posing questions, likened to quickly uttering or 'firing' them like projectiles.