Usages of a ponte
Eu atravesso a ponte lentamente, porque gosto de apreciar a vista.
I cross the bridge slowly because I enjoy the view.
Eu atravesso a ponte com o Pedro.
I cross the bridge with Pedro.
A ponte é sólida.
The bridge is solid.
Tentamos contornar a ponte em obras, mas acabámos por ficar perdidos.
We tried to go around the bridge under construction, but we ended up getting lost.
Tu deves pensar no risco antes de atravessar a ponte.
You should think about the risk before crossing the bridge.
A ponte velha precisa de reparação.
The old bridge needs repair.
É perigoso atravessar a ponte quando o chão está molhado.
It is dangerous to cross the bridge when the ground is wet.
Segura o volante com firmeza ao atravessar a ponte.
Hold the steering wheel firmly when crossing the bridge.
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