This is the 10187th most frequent Portuguese word.
engatar
To engage, connect, hook, or start something.
The word 'engatar' here means 'to initiate', referring to starting a conversation.
Ela tentou engatar uma conversa com ele.
She tried to start a conversation with him.
The word 'engatar' here means 'to engage', referring to switching or connecting a vehicle's gear.
O motorista teve dificuldade para engatar a marcha.
The driver had difficulty engaging the gear.
The word 'engatar' here means 'to establish', referring to initiating or beginning a relationship.