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apportare

bring

verb ahp-pohr-TAH-reh Less Common

Origin: from Latin 'apportare', to carry to

Also means

make (changes)

Usage Note

Apportare is a formal verb meaning to bring or contribute, almost always paired with abstract objects like modifiche ('changes') or benefici ('benefits'). You would not use it for physically carrying an object, where portare fits. Think of it as 'to introduce' or 'to make' improvements.

Examples

"Dobbiamo apportare alcune modifiche."

Natural Translation

We have to make some changes.

Literal Translation

We-must bring some changes.

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