This is the 12755th most frequent Portuguese word.
utilizavam
"Utilizavam" means "they used" or "they were using" in English.
In this sentence, 'utilizavam' is the imperfect form of the verb 'utilizar', describing a recurring or habitual action in the past.
Os antigos egípcios utilizavam técnicas avançadas de construção.
The ancient Egyptians used advanced construction techniques.
Here, 'utilizavam' indicates a customary action performed by the children to achieve a learning goal during a past timeframe.
As crianças utilizavam instrumentos musicais para aprender melodia.
The children used musical instruments to learn melody.
The word 'utilizavam' refers to a typical way the people addressed the cold weather through woolen attire in past winters.