aproveitar

This is the 505th most frequent Portuguese word.


aproveitar

To take advantage of, to make use of, or to enjoy.


'Aproveitar' here means to take advantage of, emphasizing making the most of a given opportunity.

Deve aproveitar a oportunidade para aprender o máximo possível.

You should take advantage of the opportunity to learn as much as possible.


'Aproveitar' in this sentence expresses using a specific occasion (the holiday) for leisure or activity.

Vamos aproveitar o feriado para viajar.

Let's make use of the holiday to travel.


Here, 'aproveitar' refers to utilizing available resources (ripe fruits) effectively.

Ela quer aproveitar as frutas maduras para fazer geleia.

She wants to use the ripe fruits to make jam.