Portuguese Word · Intermediate
henê
product designed to straighten and darken hair
Pronunciation: /eˈne/
Meaning
product designed to straighten and darken hair
Example
A panela no fogão com o henê borbulhando, indo direto do fogo, para minha cabeça. Depois fizeram chapinha e ferro quente.
The pot on the stove with the henê bubbling, going straight from the fire to my head. Then they used a flat iron and a hot comb.
Practice tips
- Practice henê 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.