Portuguese Word · Intermediate
encontrão
shock, jerk
Pronunciation: /ẽ.kõˈtɾɐ̃w̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "shock, jerk".
Example
Uso a palavra "encontrão".
I use the word "encontrão".
Practice tips
- Practice encontrão 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.