Usages of prevenir
Ainda que não possamos apagar o fogo sozinhos, podemos prevenir novos focos.
Even though we cannot put out the fire alone, we can prevent new outbreaks.
O médico quer prevenir o contágio na sala.
The doctor wants to prevent contagion in the room.
Test yourself: What does prevenir mean?
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