No. 1,842 in Portuguese
prendeu
"Prendeu" means "arrested," "held," or "fastened" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Ele prendeu o ladrão rapidamente.
He quickly caught the thief.
Used to indicate the act of seizing, capturing, or apprehending someone.
Ela prendeu o cabelo em um coque.
She tied her hair in a bun.
Used to describe fastening or securing something in place.
O professor prendeu a atenção dos alunos.
The teacher captured the students' attention.
Used to express capturing or holding the interest or focus of someone.
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