This is the 1332nd most frequent Portuguese word.
determina
"Determina" means "determines" or "decides" in English.
Here, 'determina' indicates the action of setting or deciding rules, typically showing authority or control.
A professora determina as regras da sala de aula.
The teacher determines the classroom rules.
In this example, 'determina' is used to convey the idea that the contract establishes or stipulates certain conditions or terms.
O contrato determina os prazos para a entrega.
The contract specifies the deadlines for delivery.
Here, 'determina' indicates that the circumstances or context define or guide the way actions should be taken.