ampliar

Senses

1. 1.

   to expand, to enlarge

   To make something bigger in size, scope, or capacity

2. 2.

   to magnify, to zoom in

   To increase the apparent size of an image or object

3. 3.

   to broaden, to extend

   To increase the range or reach of something (knowledge, horizons, etc.)

Examples

• "A empresa decidiu ampliar suas operações no exterior."

  The company decided to expand its operations abroad.

• "Você pode ampliar a foto para ver os detalhes?"

  Can you zoom in on the photo to see the details?

• "Esse curso vai ampliar seus conhecimentos sobre tecnologia."

  This course will broaden your knowledge about technology.

Usage

Common in both formal and informal contexts. Frequently collocates with: ampliar conhecimentos/horizontes (broaden knowledge/horizons), ampliar negócios (expand business), ampliar a imagem (enlarge/zoom the image). Regular -ar verb conjugation.