disciplinar

Senses

1. 1.

   to discipline

   to train someone to obey rules or a code of behavior; to punish in order to correct behavior

2. 2.

   to regulate

   to establish rules or order for something; to bring under control

3. 3.

   to discipline oneself

   to train oneself to have self-control and follow a routine or set of rules

Examples

• "O professor teve que disciplinar os alunos que estavam fazendo bagunça na sala."

  The teacher had to discipline the students who were making a mess in the classroom.

• "É importante disciplinar seus hábitos alimentares para manter a saúde."

  It's important to regulate your eating habits to maintain your health.

• "Ela se disciplinou para acordar cedo todos os dias e fazer exercícios."

  She disciplined herself to wake up early every day and exercise.

Usage

Regular -ar verb. Often used reflexively (disciplinar-se) when referring to self-discipline. Common in educational, military, and professional contexts. Can also be used as an adjective meaning "disciplinary" (e.g., "ação disciplinar" = disciplinary action).