Portuguese Word · Intermediate
acontecer
to become famous or successful
Pronunciation: /a.kõ.teˈse(ʁ)/
Meaning
to become famous or successful
Example
Aconteceu um acidente na rodovia.
There was an accident in the highway.
Practice tips
- Practice acontecer 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.