Portuguese Word · Intermediate
encrenca
trouble
Pronunciation: /ẽˈkɾẽ.kɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "trouble".
Example
Harry mal respirava: será que a sorte, a pura sorte poderia livrá-los dessa encrenca?
Harry was badly breathing: maybe luck, pure luck could save them from that trouble?
Practice tips
- Practice encrenca 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.