respeitar

Senses

1. 1.

   to respect

   to have or show regard for someone's feelings, rights, or wishes

2. 2.

   to obey, to follow

   to comply with rules, laws, or norms

3. 3.

   to honor, to observe

   to acknowledge and uphold something (agreements, traditions, etc.)

Examples

• "É importante respeitar a opinião dos outros, mesmo quando você discorda."

  It's important to respect other people's opinions, even when you disagree.

• "Todos os motoristas devem respeitar as leis de trânsito."

  All drivers must obey traffic laws.

• "A empresa não respeitou o prazo acordado com o cliente."

  The company didn't honor the deadline agreed upon with the client.

Usage

Very common verb in all registers. Often used with direct objects (respeitar alguém/algo). The reflexive form "respeitar-se" means to respect oneself or to have self-respect. Common collocations include "respeitar o próximo" (respect others) and "respeitar os direitos" (respect rights).