mergulhar
to dive / to plunge
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/mɨɾ.ɡu.ˈʎaɾ/
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Cultural Note
The Azores are one of the world's best diving destinations, known for encounters with manta rays, whale sharks, and blue sharks. The Berlengas archipelago near Peniche also offers excellent diving. 'Mergulho' can mean both casual swimming/diving and professional scuba diving.
📝 Example Sentences
Mergulhámos nas águas cristalinas dos Açores.
We dove into the crystal-clear waters of the Azores.
Ela mergulhou de cabeça no mar.
She dove headfirst into the sea.
Quero aprender a mergulhar com garrafa.
I want to learn to scuba dive.