sério

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

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SEH-ryoo

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/ˈsɛɾju/

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What does “sério” mean?

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

serious (masculine)Adjective

É um problema sério.

It is a serious problem.

Falei de modo sério.

I spoke in a serious way.

O tom do email foi sério.

The tone of the email was serious.

really?Interjection

Sério? Não sabia.

Really? I didn't know.

Sério? É verdade isso?

Really? Is that true?

Sério? Que surpresa!

Really? What a surprise!