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/mɐˈsɐ̃/
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A round, firm fruit that grows on an apple tree.
Practice using maçã in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • Lava a maçã antes de a comer.
    Wash the apple before eating it.
  • Esta maçã está madura.
    This apple is ripe.
  • Ela cortou a maçã em quatro.
    She cut the apple into four pieces.
  • Comi uma maçã ao lanche.
    I ate an apple as a snack.
  • Há três maçãs na mesa.
    There are three apples on the table.

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Meanings

Apple fruit

noun
food
neutral
The edible fruit of an apple tree, usually eaten fresh or used in cooking.

Examples

  • Comi uma maçã ao lanche.
    I ate an apple as a snack.
  • Esta maçã está madura.
    This apple is ripe.
  • Ela cortou a maçã em quatro.
    She cut the apple into four pieces.
  • Há três maçãs na mesa.
    There are three apples on the table.
  • Lava a maçã antes de a comer.
    Wash the apple before eating it.

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Etymology

From Latin mattiana, a name linked to an ancient variety of apple.

FAQ

What does maçã mean?

A round, firm fruit that grows on an apple tree.

Is maçã masculine or feminine?

It is a feminine noun.

What is the plural of maçã?

The plural is maçãs.

Can maçã be used for an apple in a recipe?

Yes. It names the fruit whether eaten raw or cooked.

How is maçã pronounced?

It is pronounced /mɐˈsɐ̃/.

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