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