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waylay in Portuguese

waylay in Portuguese is interpelar — waylay means to hide and then attack someone by surprise.

waylay in Portuguese

interpelar

verb

(transitive) To accost or intercept unexpectedly.

What does "waylay" mean?

verb To hide and then attack someone by surprise.
verb To stop someone suddenly and catch them off guard.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in Portuguese

ambuscade ambush lurk scupper

Common Portuguese translations

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What is "waylay" in Portuguese?

"waylay" in Portuguese is interpelar. waylay means: To hide and then attack someone by surprise.

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