Portuguese Word · Intermediate
aturar
to resist, to persevere
Pronunciation: /a.tuˈɾa(ʁ)/
Meaning
to resist, to persevere
Example
Aquela foi a última gota do último barril que eu aturei dela.
That was the last straw from the last haystack that I put up with from her.
Practice tips
- Practice aturar 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.