gerente
manager
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ʒe.ˈɾẽ.tʃi/
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Cultural Note
Like 'colega,' the word 'gerente' has the same form for masculine and feminine — only the article changes (o gerente / a gerente). In Brazilian retail, asking to 'falar com o gerente' (speak to the manager) is a common approach when seeking better deals or resolving complaints.
📝 Example Sentences
O gerente aprovou o orçamento do projeto.
The manager approved the project budget.
Quero falar com a gerente, por favor.
I'd like to speak with the manager, please.
Ela foi promovida a gerente de vendas.
She was promoted to sales manager.