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to purr
01
ronronar, sussurrar
to talk in a low, soft voice, particularly to express contentment or to convey seductive charm
Intransitive
Exemplos
As they lounged by the fireplace, he regaled her with stories from his travels, his voice purring with passion for adventure.
Enquanto relaxavam perto da lareira, ele a deliciava com histórias de suas viagens, sua voz ronronando com paixão pela aventura.
02
ronronar
(of cats) to make a prolonged low sound as a sign of content
Intransitive
Exemplos
The kitten nestled against its mother 's side, purring gently as it nursed, comforted by her presence.
O gatinho aninhou-se ao lado de sua mãe, ronronando suavemente enquanto mamava, confortado por sua presença.
03
ronronar, funcionar suavemente
(of a mechanical device) to function or move smoothly and quietly
Intransitive
Exemplos
The espresso machine purred as it brewed the perfect cup of coffee.
A máquina de café espresso ronronava enquanto preparava a xícara de café perfeita.
Purr
01
a soft, continuous, low-frequency sound made by a cat, usually indicating contentment or relaxation
Exemplos
A contented purr indicated the feline was happy with its meal.
