(to) have
verb/oˈvɛsẽj̃/medium
hou·ve·ssem
Definition
Third person plural of the imperfect past subjunctive of the verb 'to have' (to exist, to occur).
If there were more opportunities, many young people would not emigrate.
It is necessary that there were adequate conditions.
Etymology
Do latim 'habere' (ter, possuir). Forma do verbo 'haver'.