How to pronounce "sem" in Portuguese
ˈsẽj̃
SEM
Primary stress: sem
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“Estar feito ao bife” significa estar numa situação problemática sem uma solução à vista.
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251,836 clipsThe Portuguese word “sem” is transcribed in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as ˈsẽj̃. Phonologically, it consists of 1 syllable (sem), pronounced as a single stressed monosyllable. Grammatically, “sem” functions as a prep. SayItVid indexes 251,836 authentic Portuguese video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “sem” in natural connected speech, including verified broadcasts from Portuguese With Leo.
Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (1 Verified Clips)
- 🇵🇹 PTPortuguese With LeoClip #1 · @2:52
“A resposta certa é a C. “Estar feito ao bife” significa estar numa situação problemática sem uma solução à vista. Também podemos dizer estar em sarilhos, estar em apuros, estar tramado ou tramada”
Definition & Meaning: “sem”
- -less; without (not having, containing, characteristic of, etc.)
- without (not doing or not having done something)
- no (indicates lack of possibility or allowance)
Example Sentences (3)
- “um livro sem capa”
- “Ele gosta de comer tudo sem dividir.”
- ““Estar feito ao bife” significa estar numa situação problemática sem uma solução à vista.”
Pronounce: “sem”
- Syllables:
- sem
- Primary stress:
- sem
- IPA:
- ˈsẽj̃
- Hear it in context
- sem
Frequently asked questions about sem
How do you pronounce “sem” in Portuguese?
“sem” is pronounced ⁄ˈsẽj̃⁄ in Portuguese. Listen to authentic native speakers using it in the video clips above.
What does “sem” mean?
“sem” means: -less; without (not having, containing, characteristic of, etc.)