sobrinho
nephew
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/suˈbɾi.ɲu/
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Cultural Note
The plural 'sobrinhos' can mean nephews or nieces-and-nephews collectively. In Portuguese-speaking cultures, the relationship between tios/tias and sobrinhos/sobrinhas is often very close, with aunts and uncles frequently involved in major life decisions and celebrations.
📝 Example Sentences
O meu sobrinho fez cinco anos ontem.
My nephew turned five years old yesterday.
Levei o sobrinho ao jardim zoológico.
I took my nephew to the zoo.
Tenho três sobrinhos e duas sobrinhas.
I have three nephews and two nieces.