Portuguese Word · Intermediate
roer
to gnaw
Pronunciation: /ʁoˈe(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to gnaw".
Example
1917, Raul Brandão, Húmus, 2ª edição Ouço sempre o mesmo ruido de morte que devagar roe e persiste...
I always hear the same slowly gnawing and persistent noise of death...
Practice tips
- Practice roer 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.