encaixar

Senses

1. 1.

   to fit, to fit in

   to fit into a space or slot; to insert properly

2. 2.

   to match, to align

   to correspond or harmonize with something

3. 3.

   to fit into (schedule/plan)

   to accommodate or make room for in a schedule or arrangement

4. 4.

   to fit in (socially)

   to adapt or belong in a social context

Examples

• "Essa peça não encaixa aqui, preciso encontrar o lugar certo."

  This piece doesn't fit here, I need to find the right place.

• "Você consegue encaixar uma reunião na sua agenda amanhã?"

  Can you fit a meeting into your schedule tomorrow?

• "No começo foi difícil, mas agora ela se encaixa bem na equipe."

  At first it was difficult, but now she fits in well with the team.

Usage

Common verb used both literally (physical fitting) and figuratively (schedules, social situations). Often used reflexively as "encaixar-se" when referring to adapting or fitting in. Pairs naturally with prepositions "em" (in/into) and "com" (with).