vs · BR vs PT Word Differences

Look up any Duolingo word — find out how it differs between Brazilian and European Portuguese

Is the word enganosas the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "enganosas" is identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese in terms of spelling, grammar, and meaning. The only difference lies in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels are generally more "open" and clearly articulated. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels (such as the "a" in the suffix "-as") tend to be "closed" or reduced, making them sound much shorter or more muffled.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. Essas propagandas são enganosas. (These advertisements are misleading.)
2. As aparências podem ser enganosas. (Appearances can be deceiving.)
3. Recebemos informações enganosas sobre o produto. (We received misleading information about the product.)
4. As estatísticas apresentadas na matéria são enganosas. (The statistics presented in the article are misleading.)
5. Essas promessas de lucro rápido são enganosas. (Those promises of quick profit are misleading.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

1. Estas publicidades são enganosas. (These advertisements are misleading.)
2. As aparências podem ser enganosas. (Appearances can be deceiving.)
3. Estas informações são enganosas. (This information is misleading.)
4. As conclusões extraídas do estudo são enganosas. (The conclusions drawn from the study are misleading.)
5. As propostas apresentadas são enganosas. (The proposals presented are misleading.)