Portuguese Word · Intermediate
distar
to be far
Pronunciation: /d͡ʒisˈta(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to be far".
Example
A minha casa dista do centro.
My house is far from downtown.
Practice tips
- Practice distar 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.