consegue

This is the 1073rd most frequent Portuguese word.

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consegue

"Consegue" means "is able to" or "manages to."


In this sentence, 'consegue' is used to express the ability of the subject to accomplish a task successfully.

Ele consegue terminar o projeto antes do prazo.

He is able to finish the project before the deadline.


Here, 'consegue' is employed to inquire if the subject has the capability to assist with a specific problem.

Você consegue me ajudar com esta questão difícil?

Can you help me with this difficult matter?


In this instance, 'conseguimos' (a conjugated form of 'consegue') indicates the inability of the subject to perform a certain action under particular circumstances.

Nós não conseguimos ouvir direito na sala barulhenta.

We cannot hear properly in the noisy room.