Portuguese · Common Verbs
Olhar
[/oˈʎaʁ/]
To look
Beginnerverb
Definition
To direct one's gaze towards something.
Dirigir o olhar para algo.
Example
Olha para mim quando eu falar.
Look at me when I speak.
Etymology
'Olhar' traces back to the Latin 'oculare', meaning 'to see or to look'. It has evolved while retaining its original essence.
How & Where It’s Used
'Olhar' is predominantly informal but can also appear in formal settings, prevalent in both spoken and written language.