Seguiram

Seguiram is a Portuguese word that functions as the third-person plural preterite indicative form of the verb seguir. The verb seguir translates to "to follow" in English. Therefore, "seguiram" literally means "they followed" or "they continued."

This verb form is used to describe an action of following or continuing that was completed in the past by a group of people or things. For example, in the sentence "Eles seguiram o mapa," the word "seguiram" indicates that "they" (a group) completed the action of following the map. Similarly, "As regras seguiram o procedimento padrão" means "The rules followed the standard procedure," implying a past and completed action.

The context in which "seguiram" is used determines its precise meaning. It can refer to physical following, such as moving behind someone or something, or it can denote adherence to instructions, rules, or a particular path or course of action. The preterite tense signifies a finished event in the past, distinguishing it from other past tenses like the imperfect or pluperfect. Understanding the conjugation of "seguir" is essential for comprehending the nuances of this verb form in Portuguese sentences.