This is the 145th most frequent Portuguese word.
afirma
"Afirma" means "states" or "claims" in English.
The word 'afirma' is used to mean 'states' or 'claims,' indicating that someone is expressing something as a fact.
Ele afirma que vai chover amanhã.
He states that it will rain tomorrow.
Here, 'afirma' is used to mean 'asserts' or 'emphasizes,' showing that something is recognized or declared as important.
O estudo afirma a importância da atividade física regular.
The study asserts the importance of regular physical activity.
In this context, 'afirma' means 'affirms' or 'upholds,' demonstrating support or validation for certain values or principles.