Pesquisar
to descend
01
descer, cair
to move toward a lower level
Intransitive
Example
The hot air balloon slowly began to descend as the pilot released some of the gas.
The sun began to descend on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the landscape.
In the dimly lit cave, the explorers cautiously descended into the unknown depths.
02
descender, provir de
to be related by blood, typically referring to the lineage or family connection
Transitive: to descend from an ancestor
Example
She descends from a long line of accomplished artists and painters.
The DNA test confirmed that they indeed descend from a specific ethnic group with a rich cultural history.
As they researched their family history, they uncovered evidence that they descend from a group of early settlers.
03
degradar, rebaixar-se
to engage in an action or behavior that one perceives as beneath their personal standards of honor or self-respect
Transitive: to descend to an action
Example
In the competitive environment, she decided not to descend to cheating to secure an advantage.
04
descer, aparecer
to arrive or appear unexpectedly, creating a surprise or disconcerting effect
Intransitive
Example
As the sun set, a serene calmness descended over the tranquil lake.
As the final notes of the music played, a profound stillness seemed to descend over the audience.
As the curtain opened, a magical light seemed to descend, revealing the breathtaking set.
Exemplo
The hot air balloon slowly began to descend as the pilot released some of the gas.
The sun began to descend on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the landscape.
In the dimly lit cave, the explorers cautiously descended into the unknown depths.
As the aircraft prepared for landing, it started to descend toward the runway.
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