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gag in Portuguese

gag in Portuguese is mordaça, asco, engulhar — gag means something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

gag in Portuguese

mordaça
noun
A device to restrain speech, such as a rag in the mouth secured with tape or a rubber ball threaded onto a cord or strap.
asco
noun
A convulsion of the upper digestive tract.
engulhar
verb
ter ânsia
verb
ter ânsia de vômito
verb
amordaçar
verb

What does "gag" mean?

  1. noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
    "The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth."
  2. noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
    "The film's best gag comes right at the end."
  3. noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
    "The court issued a gag order banning the press from reporting details."
  4. verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
    "The smell was so bad it made her gag."

gag in a sentence

  • The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth.
  • The film's best gag comes right at the end.
  • It was just a gag — don't take it seriously.
  • The court issued a gag order banning the press from reporting details.

Similar words in Portuguese

Common Portuguese translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "gag" in Portuguese?

"gag" in Portuguese is mordaça, asco, engulhar. gag means: Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

How do you use "gag" in a sentence?

Example: "The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth." In Portuguese, "gag" is mordaça, asco, engulhar.

Are there other ways to say "gag" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 6 translations listed for "gag": mordaça, asco, engulhar, ter ânsia, ter ânsia de vômito, amordaçar.

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