união
/u.niˈɐ̃w̃/feminine
The English word "union" is translated into Portuguese as união.
união is a noun used to describe that which is united. Something formed by a combination of parts or members.
Meaning: that which is united, something formed by a combination of parts or members (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
união is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/u.niˈɐ̃w̃/. The word has three syllables and the stress is on the third syllable.
Did you know?
- When referring to a 'trade union', Portuguese uses sindicato, meaning união is rarely used in a labor context despite its literal meaning.
- The word união can be used to describe a 'marriage' in a legal context, where the English speaker might expect 'casamento'.
- The word união shares its DNA with the English word 'unison', as both stem from the Latin word for 'one'.
Examples in context
- Viva a União Soviética!Hail the Soviet Union!This sentence is useful for seeing how união is used in a celebratory exclamation.Tatoeba #742904 by brauliobezerra, translation #742004 by shekitten
- Nasci na União Soviética.I was born in the Soviet Union.This sentence shows how to use união when stating a place of birth.Tatoeba #6817176 by Ricardo14, translation #3133866 by Serhiy
- Longa vida à União Soviética!Long live the Soviet Union!This sentence demonstrates a long-life wish using união.Tatoeba #742905 by brauliobezerra, translation #435498 by Clavain
- O Sindicato dos Trabalhadores busca a união dos empregados em busca de melhores condições de trabalho.The Workers' Union seeks the union of employees in search of better working conditions.
- Vamos juntar nossos esforços para fazer um trabalho incrível juntos!Let's join our efforts to do an amazing job together!
- É importante unir as pessoas em prol de um objetivo comum.It is important to unite people in pursuit of a common goal.
- 57 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lucas and Mariana are talking about their successful teamwork on a project.
- LucasNossa união foi a chave para o sucesso.Our union was the key to success.
- MarianaConcordo, Lucas. Trabalhamos muito bem juntos.I agree, Lucas. We worked very well together.
- LucasA união da equipe fez a diferença.The union of the team made the difference.
- MarianaSim, Mariana acredita que isso é fundamental.Yes, Mariana believes that this is fundamental.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “union” translations and entries união, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries união, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
