abençoar

Senses

1. 1.

   to bless

   to invoke divine favor or protection upon someone or something

2. 2.

   to consecrate, to sanctify

   to make holy or sacred through religious rite

3. 3.

   to praise, to glorify

   to express gratitude or reverence to God

Examples

• "O padre abençoou os noivos no final da cerimônia."

  The priest blessed the bride and groom at the end of the ceremony.

• "Minha avó sempre abençoa a comida antes de comer."

  My grandmother always blesses the food before eating.

• "Que Deus abençoe você e sua família!"

  May God bless you and your family!

Usage

Common in religious contexts and everyday expressions of goodwill. Frequently used in the subjunctive for wishes and blessings (e.g., "Que Deus abençoe"). The noun form is "bênção" (blessing). Often paired with "proteger" (protect) in prayers and well-wishes.