capitão

Masculine

Brazilian Portuguese dictionary entry for capitãowith pronunciation guidance and usage notes.

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kah-pee-TAHN

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/kapiˈtɐ̃w̃/

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What does “capitão” mean?

Definitions of “capitão” with Brazilian Portuguese example sentences and English translations.

captainNoun

O capitão falou com a equipe.

The captain spoke with the team.

O capitão do time é experiente.

The team's captain is experienced.

O capitão do navio mudou a rota.

The ship's captain changed the route.