Portuguese Word · Intermediate
candidatar
to enrol someone or something as a candidate
Pronunciation: /kɐ̃.d͡ʒi.daˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
to enrol someone or something as a candidate
Example
O Silva candidatou seu filho a presidente na eleição da escola.
Silva enrol his son as a candidate for president in the school election.
Practice tips
- Practice candidatar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese word is for intermediate-level learners.