espalhar

Senses

1. 1.

   to spread, to scatter

   to distribute or disperse something over an area or surface

2. 2.

   to spread (news, rumors)

   to disseminate or circulate information, often rapidly

3. 3.

   to spill, to strew

   to cause something to fall or be distributed messily

4. 4.

   to spread out, to scatter (oneself)

   reflexive: to disperse or distribute oneself across a space

Examples

• "O vento espalhou as folhas pelo jardim."

  The wind scattered the leaves throughout the garden.

• "Não espalhe boatos sobre seus colegas de trabalho."

  Don't spread rumors about your coworkers.

• "As crianças se espalharam pela praia para brincar."

  The children spread out across the beach to play.

Usage

Common verb used in both literal and figurative contexts. Frequently appears in the reflexive form "espalhar-se" (to spread out/oneself). Common collocations include "espalhar notícias" (spread news), "espalhar manteiga" (spread butter), and "espalhar sementes" (scatter seeds). Regular -ar verb conjugation.