Portuguese Word · Intermediate
descontar
to discount
Pronunciation: /des.kõˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to discount".
Example
Márcio foi ao bar e descontou tudo na cachaça.
Márcio went to the bar and took it all out on cachaça.
Practice tips
- Practice descontar 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.