dominar

Senses

1. 1.

   to dominate, to rule over

   to exercise control or authority over someone or something

2. 2.

   to master, to have a command of

   to know or control something thoroughly (language, skill, subject)

3. 3.

   to overlook, to command a view of

   to have a high or superior position overlooking a place

4. 4.

   to overwhelm, to overcome

   to be so strong or prevalent as to control or subdue

Examples

• "Ele domina a situação com facilidade."

  He dominates the situation with ease.

• "Você domina inglês fluentemente?"

  Do you master English fluently?

• "O medo dominou sua coragem."

  Fear overwhelmed his courage.

Usage

Dominar is a common, versatile verb in Brazilian Portuguese. It can refer to controlling people/situations (political or social context), mastering a skill or language (educational context), or describing physical superiority/vantage points. The reflexive form 'dominar-se' means 'to control oneself'. Often used in neutral or formal registers, but also colloquial.