presente
gift; present
Pronunciation
/pɾe.ˈzẽ.tʃi/
Cultural Note
In Portuguese, 'presente' means both 'gift' and 'present' (as in being present), creating a beautiful double meaning. The phrase 'sua presença é o melhor presente' (your presence is the best gift) plays on this. In Brazil, it's polite to open gifts immediately in front of the giver.
📝 Example Sentences
Ganhei um presente lindo no meu aniversário.
I received a beautiful gift on my birthday.
O melhor presente é a sua presença.
The best gift is your presence.
Ainda não comprei os presentes de Natal.
I haven't bought the Christmas presents yet.
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