Portuguese Word · Intermediate
atacar
to attempt to score
Pronunciation: /a.taˈka(ʁ)/
Meaning
to attempt to score
Example
Fui atacado por um cão.
I was attacked by a dog.
Practice tips
- Practice atacar 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.