No. 2,794 in Portuguese
utilizou
"Utilizou" means "used."
In a sentence
Ele utilizou a melhor ferramenta para resolver o problema.
He used the best tool to solve the problem.
The verb 'utilizou' is used as the third-person singular in the past tense indicative mood of 'utilizar,' meaning 'to use.' Here, it expresses a completed action of using a tool.
Ela sempre utilizou estratégias inteligentes em seus projetos.
She always used intelligent strategies in her projects.
In this sentence, 'utilizou' is in the past tense and indicates habitual action implying that intelligent strategies were consistently applied as part of her projects.
Embora fosse difícil, ele utilizou todo o seu conhecimento para tirar boas notas.
Although it was difficult, he used all his knowledge to get good grades.
The word 'utilizou' here describes the action of applying knowledge in a specific situation, showing determination and effort in the face of challenges.
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