Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

faltar

verb
/fɑlˈtɑr/
Definition
To lack or be missing; to fail to attend or be present.
Examples
  • Ele vai faltar à escola amanhã. (He is going to miss school tomorrow.)
  • Faltou água durante a noite. (There was no water during the night.)
Meaning
The verb ‘faltar’ refers to not having something or to not showing up for an expected occurrence. It can indicate absence or a shortage in a specific context.
Synonyms
  • ausentar-se
  • faltar
  • negar