testar

Senses

1. 1.

   to test

   to examine or evaluate something to determine its quality, functionality, or characteristics

2. 2.

   to try out

   to experiment with or put something to practical use

3. 3.

   to test (someone)

   to assess someone's knowledge, abilities, or reactions

Examples

• "Preciso testar o novo aplicativo antes de lançá-lo."

  I need to test the new app before launching it.

• "O professor vai testar nossos conhecimentos na prova de amanhã."

  The teacher is going to test our knowledge on tomorrow's exam.

• "Vou testar essa receita nova no jantar de hoje."

  I'm going to try out this new recipe at tonight's dinner.

Usage

Very common verb in everyday Brazilian Portuguese. Often used with technology (testar um app, testar a conexão), products (testar um carro, testar um produto), and people's abilities (testar alguém). Don't confuse with "testemunhar" (to witness).