This is the 11452nd most frequent Portuguese word.
obrigando
Forcing or obliging.
The word 'obrigando' means 'forcing' here, indicating an action where someone is compelled to do something.
Estou obrigando meu irmão a estudar para a prova.
I am forcing my brother to study for the test.
The word 'obrigando' is used to describe a situation or external factor compelling an action.
A situação estava obrigando todos a tomar medidas rápidas.
The situation was forcing everyone to take quick actions.
In this sentence, 'obrigando' communicates a direct imposition or requirement from one person to a group.