ave Maria

Portuguese

Etymology

From ave-maria (Hail Mary).

Pronunciation

 
  • (Brazil) IPA(key): /ˈa.vi maˈɾi.ɐ/
    • (Southern Brazil) IPA(key): /ˈa.ve maˈɾi.a/
 

Interjection

ave Maria!

  1. Used to express surprise or dismay.

Derived terms

  • ave (short form)