Portuguese Word · Intermediate
mercê
grace, mercy
Pronunciation: /meʁˈse/
Meaning
grace, mercy
Example
O barco estava à mercê do vento e das ondas.
The ship was at the mercy of the wind and the waves.
Practice tips
- Practice mercê 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.