reformar

This is the 5330th most frequent Portuguese word.


reformar

To renovate, reform, or retire.


In this sentence, 'reformar' is being used in the sense of renovating or physically improving a structure, such as a house, to update or repair it.

Eu quero reformar minha casa no próximo ano.

I want to renovate my house next year.


Here, 'reformar' is employed metaphorically to mean changing or revising something abstract, such as personal values or beliefs.

Após muita reflexão, ele decidiu reformar seus valores.

After much reflection, he decided to revise his values.


In this context, 'reformar' is used to signify making improvements or changes to a system or institution to address issues or improve its operations.

O governo planeja reformar o sistema educacional.

The government plans to reform the educational system.