fé
faith; belief; trust
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈfɛ/
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Cultural Note
'Fé' is one of the shortest words in Portuguese but carries immense cultural weight. In deeply religious Brazil and Portugal, 'ter fé' (to have faith) extends beyond religion into daily life and relationships. 'Boa-fé' (good faith) and 'má-fé' (bad faith) are important concepts in Portuguese law and interpersonal relations. The expression 'fé em Deus' (faith in God) is used as encouragement.
📝 Example Sentences
Tenho fé de que tudo vai melhorar.
I have faith that everything will get better.
A fé dela é inabalável.
Her faith is unshakeable.
É preciso ter fé nas pessoas que amamos.
We need to have faith in the people we love.