What is the Portuguese word for "apostrophe"?

Learn how to say "apostrophe" in Portuguese with examples and practice

English

apostrophe

Portuguese

apóstrofo

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Examples of how to use "apostrophe" in Portuguese

English
An apostrophe can show possession.
Portuguese
Um apóstrofo pode indicar posse.
English
Place the apostrophe in the correct position.
Portuguese
Coloque o apóstrofo na posição correta.
English
Can you find the missing apostrophe?
Portuguese
Você consegue encontrar o apóstrofo que falta?
English
This apostrophe shows possession in nouns.
Portuguese
Este apóstrofo indica posse em substantivos.
English
Avoid using an apostrophe with plural years.
Portuguese
Evite usar apóstrofo com anos no plural.
English
The teacher explained the apostrophe rule clearly.
Portuguese
O professor explicou a regra do apóstrofo de forma clara.

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An apostrophe can show possession.

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