Portuguese Word · Intermediate
contar
to rely, to count
Pronunciation: /kõˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
to rely, to count
Example
Eles nos contaram que quase morreram.
They told us that they almost died.
Practice tips
- Practice contar 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.