Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gato-sapato
Noun
/ˈɡɑːt.oʊ səˈpɑː.toʊ/
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Definition
A Portuguese term that literally translates as ‘shoe cat,’ used to refer to a specific type of playful or whimsical character.
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Examples
- O gato-sapato sempre alegra o ambiente com seu jeito divertido.
- Na festa, ele se comportava como um gato-sapato, encantando a todos com suas histórias.
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Meaning
In a broader context, this term can symbolize someone who is charming or smooth, much like how a cat gracefully maneuvering in shoes might appear.
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Synonyms
- Brincalhão
- Divertido
- Encantador