Portuguese Word · Intermediate
zelar
to devotedly take care of something
Pronunciation: /zeˈla(ʁ)/
Meaning
to devotedly take care of something
Example
O leitor zela seus livros.
The reader takes care of his book.
Practice tips
- Practice zelar 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.