tocar

Senses

1. 1.

   to touch

   to make contact with something with your hand or body

2. 2.

   to play (music)

   to produce sound from a musical instrument

3. 3.

   to concern; to be someone's business

   to affect or relate to a person or situation

4. 4.

   to ring; to sound (a bell or alarm)

   to cause a bell or alarm to produce sound

Examples

• "Não toque nesse vaso - é muito frágil!"

  Don't touch that vase - it's very fragile!

• "Meu irmão toca violão muito bem."

  My brother plays the guitar very well.

• "Isso não te toca; não é da sua conta."

  That doesn't concern you; it's not your business.

Usage

Highly common and versatile verb. "Tocar em" (to touch on) is often used when referring to broaching a sensitive topic. Colloquial: "tocar o sino" (to ring the bell), "tocar uma música" (to play a song). Avoid confusing with "toque" (noun: touch, tone, or a light knock).