Portuguese Expression · Advanced
afiar a faca
sharpen the knife
Pronunciation: afiar a faca
Meaning
A natural Portuguese expression used to convey: sharpen the knife.
Example
Afie a faca com movimentos leves e regulares.
Sharpen the knife with light, even strokes.
Practice tips
- Practice afiar a faca 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.