chorar
to cry; to weep
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ʃo.ˈɾaɾ/
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Cultural Note
'Chorar de rir' (to cry from laughing) and 'chorar de alegria' (to cry from joy) show that crying in Portuguese is not only associated with sadness. In Brazilian culture, male crying is increasingly accepted, especially in emotional contexts like football and family celebrations. Fado music in Portugal is often described as music that makes you 'chorar.'
📝 Example Sentences
Chorei de alegria quando recebi a notícia.
I cried with joy when I received the news.
Não tenhas vergonha de chorar.
Don't be ashamed to cry.
O bebé não para de chorar.
The baby won't stop crying.