mão
hand
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/mɐ̃w̃/
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Cultural Note
'Mão' is feminine despite ending in '-ão', which is typically masculine. The plural 'mãos' is also irregular. 'Dar a mão' (to give one's hand) is a universal gesture of connection, trust, and romance in Portuguese-speaking cultures.
📝 Example Sentences
Dá-me a tua mão.
Give me your hand.
Ela lavou as mãos antes de comer.
She washed her hands before eating.
Eles andavam de mãos dadas.
They walked holding hands.