Pesquisar
to discover
01
descobrir, encontrar
to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about
Transitive: to discover something previously unknown
Example
By the time we got there, they had already discovered the ancient ruins.
The team discovered a new energy source that could revolutionize the industry.
The scientist discovered a new species of plant in the remote rainforest.
02
descobrir, achar
to find something unexpectedly or accidentally
Transitive: to discover sth
Example
While exploring the attic, I discovered an old box filled with vintage photographs.
They are hiking through the dense forest, discovering hidden trails and stunning natural beauty along the way.
He regularly discovers forgotten notes and messages in old books from the library.
03
descobrir, darse conta
to become aware or gain information by chance
Transitive: to discover sth | to discover that
Example
He discovered the truth about the rumors only after hearing both sides of the story.
I discovered a hidden talent for painting when I picked up a brush for the first time.
She discovered that her favorite restaurant had closed down while walking past it.
04
descobrir, revelar
to find out about or realize the existence, presence, or fact of something
Transitive: to discover an activity or interest
Example
After trying painting, he discovered a hidden talent for art.
After joining a dance class, they discovered a passion for it.
She discovered hiking last summer and loved it immediately.
05
revelar, descobrir
to reveal something to the public, especially a secret
Transitive: to discover a secret
Example
After years of investigation, the truth finally comes to light as the detective discovers a secret conspiracy, unveiling it to the public.
The leaked documents discovered a covert government program, bringing to light a secret operation hidden from public knowledge.
In the coming weeks, a team of investigators will discover evidence that will expose a major scandal.
06
descobrir, achar
to see or experience something for the first time
Transitive: to discover sth
Example
Christopher Columbus is credited with discovering America, even though others had already reached it.
She was the first to discover the hidden cave behind the waterfall.
As the first person to climb the mountain, he was proud to have discovered a new route.
word family
cover
Verb
discover
Verb
discoverable
Adjective
rediscover
Verb
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