act as

• Verbo frasal usado para indicar que alguém ou algo desempenha uma função, serve em determinado papel ou atua no lugar de outra pessoa ou coisa.

A phrasal verb used to indicate functioning or serving in a particular role or capacity.

incontável · intransitivo · phrasal, inseparável

1. Perform a function or roleformal

   To serve a particular purpose or function, often temporarily.

   Atuar como

   • The sofa can act as a bed for guests.
   • She acted as a mediator during the negotiations.
   • This document will act as proof of purchase.

2. Temporarily fulfill a roleformal

   To perform the duties of a specific job or position, usually for a short time.

   Exercer temporariamente a função

   • He acted as the team leader while the manager was away.
   • The intern acted as the receptionist for the day.
   • She acted as a translator for the visiting delegation.

   Sinônimoscover for

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