imergir

Senses

1. 1.

   to immerse, to submerge, to plunge

   To put or go completely under water or another liquid

2. 2.

   to immerse oneself, to become absorbed

   To involve oneself deeply in an activity, thought, or feeling (often reflexive)

Examples

• "Ele imergiu na piscina sem fazer barulho."

  He plunged into the pool without making a sound.

• "Ela se imergiu completamente nos estudos para a prova."

  She immersed herself completely in studying for the exam.

• "É importante imergir os legumes em água fria antes de cozinhar."

  It's important to immerse the vegetables in cold water before cooking.

Usage

This verb is often used reflexively (imergir-se) when referring to mental or emotional absorption in an activity. Common collocations include "imergir em água" (immerse in water) and "imergir-se em estudos/trabalho" (immerse oneself in studies/work). Note the difference from "emergir" (to emerge), its antonym.