How is the word fingir translated from Portuguese to English

Aparentar ter ou sentir algo.

To pretend to have or feel something.

verb
English translation
Affect

Examples with “fingir”

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  • Ele tentou fingir uma atitude alegre no trabalho. He tried to affect a cheerful attitude at work.

  • Porque é que finges sempre esse interesse falso? Why do you always affect this fake interest?

  • Por favor, não finjas tristeza quando estás na verdade feliz. Please don't affect sadness when you're actually happy.

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FAQ about “fingir”

How is “fingir” translated from Portuguese?
“fingir” translates into English as “Affect”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “fingir” mean?
Meaning of “fingir”: Aparentar ter ou sentir algo. In English — “Affect”.
What part of speech is “fingir”?
“fingir” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “fingir”?
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