Portuguese Word · Intermediate
afagar
to stroke, fondle, caress
Pronunciation: /a.faˈɡa(ʁ)/
Meaning
to stroke, fondle, caress
Example
Toma um fósforo. Acende teu cigarro! / O beijo, amigo, é a véspera do escarro, / A mão que afaga é a mesma que apedreja.
Take a match. Light your cigarette! / The kiss, my friend, is the eve of sputum, / The hand that caresses is the same that throws stones.
Practice tips
- Practice afagar 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.