Portuguese Word · Intermediate
trancar
to lock, latch
Pronunciation: /tɾɐ̃ˈka(ʁ)/
Meaning
to lock, latch
Example
Ele esqueceu de trancar a porta.
He forgot to lock the door.
Practice tips
- Practice trancar 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.