This is a regular verb. It follows the conjugation pattern of the verb falar.
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This verb is very common in Brazilian Portuguese and informal speech. In Portugal, pôr is preferred in most contexts.
PresentPresentePresente
Eu boto as chaves na mesa.
I put the keys on the table.
PreteritePretérito perfeitoPretérito perfeito
A Ana botou o livro na bolsa.
Ana put the book in the bag.
ImperfectPretérito imperfeitoPretérito imperfeito
O Miguel botava tudo na gaveta.
Miguel used to put everything in the drawer.