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mandou
"Mandou" means "sent" or "ordered" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Ele mandou o pacote pelo correio.
He sent the package by mail.
In this sentence, 'mandou' is the past tense of the verb 'mandar', which means 'to send'. Here, it is used to indicate that the action of sending the package was completed in the past.
Ela mandou um recado para o chefe.
She sent a message to the boss.
In this sentence, 'mandou' refers to the act of sending a message, emphasizing communication as the focus of 'mandar'.
O professor mandou que os alunos estudassem para o exame.
The teacher commanded the students to study for the exam.
In this sentence, 'mandou' implies an authoritative request or command, showcasing the usage of 'mandar' in the context of giving orders or instructions.
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