aparafusar

Senses

1. 1.

   to screw (in)

   to fasten or attach something using screws

2. 2.

   to screw on/in

   to tighten or secure by turning, as with a screw thread

Examples

• "Vou aparafusar as prateleiras na parede hoje à tarde."

  I'm going to screw the shelves into the wall this afternoon.

• "Não esqueça de aparafusar bem a tampa do recipiente."

  Don't forget to screw the lid on the container tightly.

• "Ele aparafusou todas as peças da mesa nova."

  He screwed all the pieces of the new table together.

Usage

Common verb used in everyday contexts involving assembly, repairs, or construction. Often used with "bem" (tightly/well) to emphasize secure fastening. The opposite is "desaparafusar" (to unscrew).