Tools in Portuguese

Bemvindo a nossa lição de Rocket Portuguese. This time, we're going to talk about a group of words that is sure to come in handy – tools – whether or not you're handy! These words are sure to be useful if you're traveling to a Portuguese-speaking country, but they'll be especially vital if you're living in one.

Pay close attention and repeat the words aloud after listening. We'll get you fixed up with all the Portuguese vocabulary on ferramentas that you'll need.

Let's get started on this lesson on tools in Portuguese!

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Pronouncing tools in Portuguese

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machado

axe

formão

chisel

martelo

hammer

nivelador

level

prego

nail

parafuso

screw

serra

saw

fita métrica

tape measure

caixa de ferramentas

tool box

chave de fenda

screwdriver

alicate

pliers

chave inglesa

wrench

trinco

latch

porca

nut

arame

wire

Fantastico! That's it for this lesson. Now you've got loads of vocabulary for tools and hardware under your tool belt! Some of these words are difficult to pronounce. But practice, practice, practice! Next time you're working on something around the house, think of what you're using in Portuguese and these words will become easy in no time.

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