Portuguese Word · Intermediate
atenção
attention
Pronunciation: /a.tẽˈsɐ̃w̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "attention".
Example
Quero conversar com os senhores e exijo sua total e absoluta atenção.
I want to talk with you and I demand your total and absolute attention.
Practice tips
- Practice atenção 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.