Portuguese Word · Intermediate
macete
a wooden mallet used to hit chisels
Pronunciation: /maˈse.t͡ʃi/
Meaning
a wooden mallet used to hit chisels
Example
Esse é o macete.
This is the trick.
Practice tips
- Practice macete 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.