Portuguese · Common Verbs
Escrever
[/iskɾeˈveʁ/]
To write
Beginnerverb
Definition
To mark letters, words, or symbols on a surface with a pen or pencil.
Marcar letras, palavras ou símbolos em uma superfície com caneta ou lápis.
Example
Escreva o seu nome aqui, por favor.
Write your name here, please.
Etymology
'Escrever' comes from the Latin 'scribere', which means 'to write'. The term has maintained its core meaning as it transitioned into the Portuguese language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Escrever' is used extensively in both spoken and written forms, particularly in education and formal writing processes, with a consistent presence in various regional contexts.