cem
one hundred
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/sẽj̃/
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Cultural Note
'Cem' is used for exactly 100, but becomes 'cento' when followed by another number: 'cento e vinte' (120), 'cento e um' (101). This distinction is important and a common mistake for learners. In Brazil, prices over R$100 use 'cento': 'cento e cinquenta reais' (R$150).
📝 Example Sentences
Cem por cento de certeza.
One hundred percent certain.
Andei cem metros.
I walked one hundred meters.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | cem |
| plural | cem |