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reel in Portuguese

reel in Portuguese is ril, sarilho, enrolar — reel means a cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.

reel in Portuguese

ril
noun
(music) The music of this dance; often called a Scottish (or Scotch) reel.
sarilho
noun
A kind of spool, turning on an axis, on which yarn, threads, lines, or the like, are wound.
enrolar
verb
To wind on a reel.
titubear
verb
To walk shakily or unsteadily; to stagger; move as if drunk or not in control of oneself.

What does "reel" mean?

  1. noun A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
    "He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel."
  2. noun A lively traditional dance, especially from Scotland, or its music.
    "The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor."
  3. noun A short video, especially one posted on a social media app.
    "She posted a reel of highlights from the trip."
  4. verb To stagger or lose one's balance, or to feel dizzy or shocked.
    "He reeled back after hearing the news."

reel in a sentence

  • He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel.
  • The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor.
  • She posted a reel of highlights from the trip.
  • He reeled back after hearing the news.

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Common Portuguese translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "reel" in Portuguese?

"reel" in Portuguese is ril, sarilho, enrolar. reel means: A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.

How do you use "reel" in a sentence?

Example: "He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel." In Portuguese, "reel" is ril, sarilho, enrolar.

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

Yes — Portuguese has 4 translations listed for "reel": ril, sarilho, enrolar, titubear.

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