Portuguese Word · Intermediate
pertença
allegiance
Pronunciation: /peʁˈtẽ.sɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "allegiance".
Example
O nosso país está preparado para a pertença na União Europeia.
Our country is prepared for membership in the European Union.
Practice tips
- Practice pertença 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.