Portuguese Word · Intermediate
desferir
to carry out a violent physical interaction
Pronunciation: /des.feˈɾi(ʁ)/
Meaning
to carry out a violent physical interaction
Example
Desferi-lhe um soco.
I gave him a punch.
Practice tips
- Practice desferir 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.