Portuguese Word · Intermediate
marretada
a blow with a sledgehammer
Pronunciation: /ma.ʁeˈta.dɐ/
Meaning
a blow with a sledgehammer
Example
Ele levou uma marretada na cabeça que lhe abriu o crânio.
He took a sledgehammer blow to the head that split open his skull.
Practice tips
- Practice marretada 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.