Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

coitado

adjective

/kɔɪˈtɑːdəʊ/

Definition

A Portuguese term used to express pity or sympathy towards someone.

Examples

Eu vi o coitado do cachorro na chuva. (I saw the poor dog in the rain.)
Ele é um coitado, sempre se mete em problemas. (He’s a poor thing, always getting into trouble.)

Meaning

The word ‘coitado’ literally translates to ‘poor thing’ in English and is often used to indicate that someone is unfortunate or is deserving of compassion.