Portuguese Word · Beginner
ser
to be
Pronunciation: /ˈse(ʁ)/
Meaning
to be; indicates a point in time
Example
Ela está bonita, mas não é bonita.
She is looking beautiful, but she is not beautiful.
Practice tips
- Practice ser 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 beginner-level learners.