Portuguese Word · Intermediate
cancela
gate
Pronunciation: /kɐ̃ˈsɛ.lɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "gate".
Example
A cama que servia de cancela foi afastada rapidamente, uma a uma as mulheres entraram,[…]
The bed that functioned as gate was quickly pulled aside, one by one the women entered, […]
Practice tips
- Practice cancela 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.