ver

Senses

1. 1.

   to see

   perceive with the eyes; watch

2. 2.

   to understand

   comprehend or grasp mentally

3. 3.

   to visit

   go to see someone socially

4. 4.

   to check; to look at

   examine or verify

Examples

• "Eu vi um filme ontem à noite."

  I watched a movie last night.

• "Você vê o que eu quero dizer?"

  Do you see what I mean?

• "Vou ver o que posso fazer para te ajudar."

  I'll see what I can do to help you.

Usage

One of the most frequently used verbs in Brazilian Portuguese. The phrase "vamos ver" (let's see) is extremely common. "Ver" can mean both physical sight and mental understanding; context determines which. The reflexive form "se ver" means "to find oneself" or "to meet (with someone)."