This is the 3897th most frequent Portuguese word.
evite
"Evite" means "avoid."
Used as an imperative verb commanding the listener to refrain from an action.
Evite cruzar a rua sem olhar para os lados.
Avoid crossing the street without looking both ways.
Used in the subjunctive mood to advise or suggest refraining from a certain behavior.
É importante que você evite discussões desnecessárias.
It is important that you avoid unnecessary arguments.
Used in the present tense indicative mood to describe habitual avoidance of actions.