This is the 2883rd most frequent Portuguese word.
estudar
To study.
The verb 'estudar' is used to express an activity or interest, in this case studying languages.
Eu gosto de estudar novos idiomas.
I like studying new languages.
The verb 'estudar' is used in the present continuous form to indicate ongoing action of preparing for an exam.
Ela está estudando para a prova de amanhã.
She is studying for tomorrow's test.
The verb 'estudar' appears in the past tense to describe completed actions of preparation for a goal.