Portuguese Word · Intermediate
oficial
officer, official
Pronunciation: /o.fi.siˈaw/
Meaning
officer, official
Example
O meu pai era o oficial de sapateiro da aldeia até eu assumir o negócio.
My father was the master cobbler of the village until I took over the business.
Practice tips
- Practice oficial 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.