comboio
train
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/kõ.ˈboj.u/
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Cultural Note
This is one of the most well-known PT vs BR differences: Portugal says 'comboio' while Brazil says 'trem.' In Portugal you 'apanhar' (catch) the train, while in Brazil you 'pegar' (grab) the trem. The Alfa Pendular is Portugal's fastest train service.
📝 Example Sentences
Apanhei o comboio de Lisboa para o Porto.
I took the train from Lisbon to Porto.
O comboio está atrasado meia hora.
The train is half an hour late.
É mais barato viajar de comboio.
It's cheaper to travel by train.