Portuguese Word · Intermediate
gorjear
to warble, to sing
Pronunciation: /ɡoʁ.ʒeˈa(ʁ)/
Meaning
to warble, to sing
Example
Gonçalves Dias (1843), Canção do exílio: “As aves que aqui gorjeiam / Não gorjeiam como lá.”
I use the word "gorjear".
Practice tips
- Practice gorjear 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.