aderência
/a.deˈɾẽ.sjɐ/
The English word "grip" translates to Portuguese as aderência.
The term refers to a hold or way of holding, particularly with the hand.
Meaning: A hold or way of holding, particularly with the hand (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Portugal, pega is a formal term that is widely used.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has four syllables with the stress on the third syllable: /a.deˈɾẽ.sjɐ/.
Did you know?
- In Brazilian Portuguese, pega is frequently used as a slang verb meaning 'to kiss' or 'to hook up with' someone.
- The word pega for grip is a homonym for the Portuguese word for 'magpie'.
- The verb form related to aderência, which is aderir, is often used in Portuguese to mean 'to join' a political party or a social movement.
Examples in context
- Alice tinha uma pega firme na corda.Alice had a strong grip on the rope.
- Ele segurou a maçaneta com determinação.He held the doorknob with determination.
- O tênis tem uma boa aderência.The sneaker has a good grip.
- Preciso de luvas com mais aderência.I need gloves with more grip.
- A aderência do pneu está ruim.The tire's grip is bad.
Example conversation
Camila and Rodrigo are choosing new sports shoes.
- CamilaRodrigo, veja a aderência deste solado.Rodrigo, look at the grip of this sole.
- RodrigoParece ser muito boa para a quadra.It seems to be very good for the court.
- CamilaSim, a aderência é essencial para não escorregar.Yes, grip is essential so you don't slip.
- RodrigoEntão pode comprar esse modelo, Camila.Then you can buy that model, Camila.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry aderência, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
