linho
/ˈlĩ.ɲu/masculine
The English word 'linen' is translated into Portuguese as linho.
linho refers to the thread or cloth made from flax fiber.
Meaning: thread or cloth made from flax fiber (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
linho is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable. The IPA transcription is /ˈlĩ.ɲu/.
Did you know?
- The Portuguese expression fio de linho refers to a 'linen thread' but is often used idiomatically to describe a very slim margin or a fragile connection between two things.
- In old Portuguese literature, linho is frequently used as a symbol of domesticity and the female sphere, as spinning flax was a primary social activity for women in village life.
- While linho refers to the material, the Portuguese word for 'linen' in the sense of bed sheets is typically lençóis.
Examples in context
- Ela fez uma saia de cetim e uma blusa de linho.She made a satin skirt and a linen blouse.This sentence is useful for seeing linho used to describe a garment.Tatoeba #10692072 by beatrixvasc, translation #10692071 by beatrixvasc
- As pesadas mesas de carvalho tinham toalhas de linho tão alvas como a neve.The heavy oak tables were covered with snow-white linen.This sentence shows linho used in the context of tablecloths.Tatoeba #3779083 by carlosalberto, translation #3759410 by Hybrid
- Através de um farrapo de linho ele fez buracos com um pelo de porco-espinho.Through a piece of linen he punched holes with a porcupine quill.This sentence illustrates linho being used to describe a scrap of fabric.Tatoeba #10968852 by Cangarejo, translation #10968851 by Cangarejo
- Este conjunto de mesa é feito de linho de alta qualidade.This tablecloth set is made of high-quality linen.
- Você viu aquele pano de linho lindo na loja?Did you see that beautiful linen cloth at the store?
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Example conversation
Camila and Lucas are looking at clothes in a boutique.
- CamilaO que você achou desta camisa de linho?What did you think of this linen shirt?
- LucasO linho é muito bom para o calor.Linen is very good for the heat.
- CamilaVerdade, ela parece bem confortável.True, it looks very comfortable.
- LucasVou levar esta para mim.I will take this one for myself.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “linen” translations and entries linho, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
