Usages of algum
Embora o ensopado precise de algum tempo para apurar, o resultado é delicioso.
Although the stew needs some time to develop flavor, the result is delicious.
Se quiseres pagar em numerário, terás de sacar algum dinheiro primeiro.
If you want to pay in cash, you’ll have to withdraw some money first.
Algumas pessoas gostam de exibir as suas conquistas nas redes sociais.
Some people like to show off their achievements on social media.
Alguns pais desaprovam que os filhos fiquem acordados até tarde durante a semana.
Some parents disapprove of their children staying up late during the week.
No fim do dia, sinto um grande alívio quando vejo algum progresso no meu estudo.
At the end of the day, I feel great relief when I see some progress in my studying.
Mais tarde, a psicóloga repetiu o mesmo conselho e isso trouxe‑me algum consolo.
Later, the female psychologist repeated the same advice and that brought me some comfort.
A mãe ainda sente alguma vergonha, mas já aceita que não foi culpada.
The mother still feels some shame, but she already accepts that she was not guilty.
E tu hás de perceber que até as situações difíceis podem trazer algum orgulho e muita aprendizagem.
And you will realise that even difficult situations can bring some pride and a lot of learning.
Algumas pessoas preferem café, outras preferem chá.
Some people prefer coffee, others prefer tea.
Test yourself: What does algum mean?
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