Portuguese Word · Intermediate
repelão
shove
Pronunciation: /ʁe.peˈlɐ̃w̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "shove".
Example
Já as levavam para as camas, já as despiam aos repelões,[…]
They were already taking them to the beds, they were already taking their clothes off by shoves, […]
Practice tips
- Practice repelão 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.