Portuguese · Common Verbs
Beber
[/beˈbeʁ/]
To drink
Beginnerverb
Definition
To take liquid into the mouth and swallow.
Tomar líquido na boca e engolir.
Example
Beba bastante água durante o dia.
Drink plenty of water during the day.
Etymology
'Beber' is derived from the Latin word 'bibere', which also means 'to drink'. The word has a consistent meaning throughout its use in Romance languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Beber' appears in both spoken and written forms, in formal and informal registers, with universal understanding across Portuguese-speaking cultures.