Portuguese · Daily Life
Porta
[/ˈpɔʁtɐ/]
Door
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A hinged, sliding, or revolving barrier at the entrance to a building or room.
Barreira articulada na entrada de um edifício ou sala.
Example
Feche a porta quando sair.
Close the door when you leave.
Etymology
The word 'porta' comes from the Latin 'portam', meaning entrance or door, showing minimal evolution in pronunciation and meaning over time.
How & Where It’s Used
'Porta' is utilized in both spoken and written language, fitting into both formal and informal contexts as part of everyday vocabulary.