Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ninar
verb
nee-nar
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Definition
A Portuguese verb that means ‘to lull’ or ‘to soothe a child to sleep’.
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Examples
- Ela vai ninar o bebê antes de colocá-lo no berço.
- O pai sempre ninava a sua filha com uma canção suave.
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Meaning
It is often used in the context of gently rocking or singing to a child to help them fall asleep.
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Synonyms
- berçar
- acalentear
- soothe