Portuguese Word · Advanced
provação
ordeal
Pronunciation: /pɾo.vaˈsɐ̃w̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "ordeal".
Example
Harry passou por uma provação terrível esta noite.
Harry underwent a terrible ordeal tonight.
Practice tips
- Practice provação 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 advanced-level learners.