Portuguese Word · Intermediate
pelo
any filament which grows on plants and non-mammals
Pronunciation: /ˈpe.lu/
Meaning
any filament which grows on plants and non-mammals
Example
O adolescente ficou feliz quando viu nascer os primeiros pelos do seu bigode.
The teenager was happy when he saw the first hairs of his moustache emerging.
Practice tips
- Practice pelo 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.