Portuguese Word · Intermediate
catar
to clean something by removing defective elements one by one
Pronunciation: /kaˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
to clean something by removing defective elements one by one
Example
Vamos catar as maçãs da árvore?
Let’s gather apples from the tree?
Practice tips
- Practice catar 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.