Portuguese Word · Intermediate
semilha
potato
Pronunciation: /seˈmi.ʎɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "potato".
Example
as semilhas (batatas) que, na decadência do vinho, eram o principal recurso da gente do campo, perderam-se, como em toda a parte.
the potatoes that, with the decline of the wine, were the main resource of the country folk, were lost, like it happened everywhere else.
Practice tips
- Practice semilha 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.