Portuguese Word · Intermediate
aceitar
to accept
Pronunciation: /a.sejˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to accept".
Example
— Mas que havia elle de fazer, senão acceitar o offerecimento do marquez, visto não o deixarem voltar para o seu governo?
“But what should he have done other than accept the marquess’s offering, seeing as they wouldn’t allow him back in his government?”
Practice tips
- Practice aceitar 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.