Portuguese · Body & Health
Pé
[/pɛ/]
Foot
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
The lower extremity of the leg on which a person stands.
A extremidade inferior da perna na qual uma pessoa fica de pé.
Example
Machuquei o pé direito.
I hurt my right foot.
Etymology
The term 'pé' originates from the Latin 'pes', which is related to other terms in the Romance languages that refer to feet. Its phonetic simplicity reflects a long-standing core vocabulary in Portuguese.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both informal and formal contexts, 'pé' is employed in everyday conversation as well as in medical descriptions. It is recognized throughout the Portuguese-speaking world.
Literary Heritage
The word appears in various proverbs and idiomatic expressions, such as 'dar o pé', which means to depart.