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Using reflexive pronouns Exercises in Portuguese language
Mastering the use of reflexive pronouns is essential for achieving fluency in Portuguese. Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of a verb are the same entity, adding emphasis or indicating that the action is being performed on oneself. In Portuguese, reflexive pronouns include "me," "te," "se," "nos," and "vos," each corresponding to different subjects. Understanding how to properly use these pronouns will help you construct more accurate and nuanced sentences, enabling you to express actions involving oneself or reciprocal actions between subjects with clarity.
In Portuguese, reflexive pronouns are often paired with reflexive verbs. These verbs are typically accompanied by the pronoun "se" in their infinitive form, such as "lavar-se" (to wash oneself) or "vestir-se" (to dress oneself). Practicing the placement and agreement of reflexive pronouns with the appropriate verbs and subjects is crucial for both written and spoken communication. Our exercises are designed to provide you with ample opportunities to practice these essential aspects of the Portuguese language, ensuring you gain confidence and proficiency in using reflexive pronouns correctly.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Eles *se* vestem rapidamente pela manhã (reflexive pronoun for "they").</p>
<p>2. Eu *me* vejo no espelho todas as manhãs (reflexive pronoun for "I").</p>
<p>3. Você *se* lembra do que aconteceu ontem? (reflexive pronoun for "you" informal).</p>
<p>4. Nós *nos* encontramos no parque todos os domingos (reflexive pronoun for "we").</p>
<p>5. Ela *se* penteia antes de sair de casa (reflexive pronoun for "she").</p>
<p>6. Eles *se* ajudam com as tarefas escolares (reflexive pronoun for "they").</p>
<p>7. Eu *me* sinto feliz hoje (reflexive pronoun for "I").</p>
<p>8. Você *se* preocupa demais com o futuro (reflexive pronoun for "you" informal).</p>
<p>9. Nós *nos* divertimos muito na festa ontem (reflexive pronoun for "we").</p>
<p>10. Ela *se* maquilhou para a festa (reflexive pronoun for "she").</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ela *se* levantou cedo hoje (reflexive pronoun for 'herself').</p>
<p>2. Nós *nos* encontramos no parque ontem (reflexive pronoun for 'ourselves').</p>
<p>3. Eles *se* divertiram muito na festa (reflexive pronoun for 'themselves').</p>
<p>4. Eu *me* machuquei jogando futebol (reflexive pronoun for 'myself').</p>
<p>5. Você *se* esqueceu do compromisso (reflexive pronoun for 'yourself').</p>
<p>6. A criança *se* vestiu sozinha pela primeira vez (reflexive pronoun for 'itself').</p>
<p>7. Nós *nos* preparamos para o exame a semana inteira (reflexive pronoun for 'ourselves').</p>
<p>8. Elas *se* conhecem há muitos anos (reflexive pronoun for 'themselves').</p>
<p>9. Ele *se* olhou no espelho antes de sair (reflexive pronoun for 'himself').</p>
<p>10. Eu *me* lembrei de trancar a porta (reflexive pronoun for 'myself').</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Ela *se* levantou cedo hoje (reflexive pronoun for "herself").</p>
<p>2. Nós *nos* divertimos muito na festa (reflexive pronoun for "ourselves").</p>
<p>3. Eles *se* encontram todos os sábados para jogar futebol (reflexive pronoun for "themselves").</p>
<p>4. Você *se* esqueceu de trancar a porta (reflexive pronoun for "yourself").</p>
<p>5. O gato *se* escondeu debaixo da cama (reflexive pronoun for "itself").</p>
<p>6. Eu *me* machuquei jogando vôlei (reflexive pronoun for "myself").</p>
<p>7. As crianças *se* sujaram brincando no jardim (reflexive pronoun for "themselves").</p>
<p>8. Nós *nos* conhecemos há muitos anos (reflexive pronoun for "ourselves").</p>
<p>9. O cachorro *se* coça frequentemente (reflexive pronoun for "itself").</p>
<p>10. Ele *se* veste rapidamente de manhã (reflexive pronoun for "himself").</p>