matou

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

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ma-TOH

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/maˈtow/

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What does “matou” mean?

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

killed (3rd person singular preterite of 'matar')Verb

Ele matou a sede com água.

He quenched (killed) the thirst with water.

Ele matou o inseto.

He killed the insect.

Hunger killed many people at that time.