compor

Senses

1. 1.

   to compose

   to create or write music, literature, or art

2. 2.

   to compose, to make up

   to form or constitute something as a component or part

3. 3.

   to arrange, to organize

   to put together or organize elements in a particular way

Examples

• "Mozart compôs sua primeira sinfonia aos oito anos."

  Mozart composed his first symphony at eight years old.

• "Doze estados compõem a região Norte do Brasil."

  Twelve states make up the Northern region of Brazil.

• "Ela está tentando compor uma lista de convidados para a festa."

  She is trying to put together a guest list for the party.

Usage

Irregular verb conjugated like "pôr" (compus, compôs, compunha, etc.). Common collocations include "compor música" (compose music), "compor uma equipe" (form a team), and the reflexive "compor-se de" (to be composed of). Often used in formal or artistic contexts.