Portuguese Word · Intermediate
praxe
custom, tradition, habit
Pronunciation: /ˈpɾa.ʃi/
Meaning
custom, tradition, habit
Example
Era praxe seguida antigamente (quando as praxes regulavam as normas de bem viver), collocar, antes de qualquer edição, algumas palavras de advertencia, ou formulas dedicatorias.
It used to be customary in the old days (when custom regulated the rules of good living) to put a few words of notice or dedicatory words before any edition.
Practice tips
- Practice praxe 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.