Reflexive Verbs
Many verbs exist in both reflexive and non-reflexive forms, often with slightly different meanings. The main difference lies in the recipient of the action: oneself (reflexive) or something or someone else (non-reflexive).
Reflexive Verbs
Reflexive verbs indicate that the subject of the sentence is acting on itself. These verbs are formed by adding a reflexive pronoun to the verb. The action reflects the subject.
- 🤕 Eu magoei-me. (I hurt myself.)
- 🌞 Ela levanta-se cedo. (She gets up early.)
Non-reflexive Verbs
Non-reflexive verbs indicate that the subject of the sentence is acting on an external object or person. The action is not reflected in the subject.
- 👨🦱 Eu magoei o João. (I hurt João.)
- 🪑 Ela levanta a cadeira. (She lifts the chair.)
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Magoei-me or magoei o João? Portuguese verbs that shift meaning the moment they turn reflexive, with the preterite forms to practise.
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