Portuguese Word · Intermediate
abster
to keep one’s composure
Pronunciation: /absˈte(ʁ)/
Meaning
to keep one’s composure
Example
As dores o abstiveram de viajar.
The pains kept him from travelling.
Practice tips
- Practice abster out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese word is for intermediate-level learners.