Portuguese Word · Intermediate
susto
fright, scare
Pronunciation: /ˈsus.tu/
Meaning
fright, scare
Example
Ai que susto!
That scared me! (lit.: Ay, what a scare!)
Practice tips
- Practice susto 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.