Understanding the Active Voice in Português
In Português, just like in English, the active voice is when the subject of the sentence is the one doing the action. It's like saying 'The cat chased the mouse,' where 'the cat' is doing the chasing. The active voice makes sentences clear and direct.
Important Points
- The subject does the action.
- The verb shows the action.
- The object receives the action.
Examples
- O menino come a maçã.
- A professora explica a lição.
- Os pássaros cantam na árvore.
In these examples, you can see how the subject is actively doing something. 'O menino' is eating, 'A professora' is explaining, and 'Os pássaros' are singing.
Important Points
- Use the active voice to make sentences lively and engaging.
- It helps the listener or reader know exactly who is doing what.
- Active voice is straightforward and easy to understand.
Examples
- A mãe prepara o jantar.
- O cachorro persegue a bola.
- Os alunos leem o livro.