Portuguese Word · Intermediate
refém
hostage
Pronunciation: /ʁeˈfẽj̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "hostage".
Example
Uso a palavra "refém".
I use the word "refém".
Practice tips
- Practice refém 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.