Portuguese Word · Intermediate
avacalhar
to ridicule, mock
Pronunciation: /a.va.kaˈʎa(ʁ)/
Meaning
to ridicule, mock
Example
Ele avacalhou a limpeza por causa da pressa.
He cleaned poorly because he was in a hurry.
Practice tips
- Practice avacalhar 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.