Pedro I

American  

[pay-droh, pe-droo] / ˈpeɪ droʊ, ˈpɛ drʊ /

noun

1. Dom Pedro, 1798–1834, king of Portugal (1826, as Pedro IV) and first emperor of Brazil 1822–31.

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Pedro I British  

/ ˈpɛdrəʊ /

noun

1. 1798–1834, first emperor of Brazil (1822–31); son of John VI of Portugal: declared Brazilian independence (1822)

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Pedro I

“There was so much opposition in San Pedro, I don’t think this proposal was ever going to work,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026

“Five hours into my sail out of San Pedro, I had my first impression of the Pacific Ocean: It’s crazy,” Kang wrote in his book, “Yes, I’m Crazy for the Ocean.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 9, 2023

Although Pedro I favored the gradual abolition of slavery, Brazilians whose wealth came from sugar plantations were especially concerned that the institution not be interfered with.

From Textbooks ● Dec. 14, 2022

Pedro I declared Brazil’s independence in 1822 and imperial rule lasted until 1889, when the monarchy gave way to a republic.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 23, 2022

"One moment, Señor Pedro; I want something else from you, and you, señora."

From The Thin Red Line; and Blue Blood by Arthur Griffiths

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