sorver

Senses

1. 1.

   to sip, to slurp

   to drink in small amounts or with a sucking sound

2. 2.

   to absorb, to soak up

   to take in or absorb liquid or abstract concepts

3. 3.

   to savor, to take in

   to experience or enjoy something fully, often used figuratively

Examples

• "Ele sorveu o café quente devagar."

  He sipped the hot coffee slowly.

• "A esponja sorveu toda a água do chão."

  The sponge absorbed all the water from the floor.

• "Ela sorveu cada palavra do professor com atenção."

  She took in every word from the teacher attentively.

Usage

Regular -er verb. Often used literally for drinking (especially hot beverages or soup), but also figuratively to express absorbing knowledge, atmosphere, or experiences. Common collocations include "sorver café/chá" (sip coffee/tea) and "sorver conhecimento" (absorb knowledge). Don't confuse with "sorvete" (ice cream), which has a different etymology.