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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSaci-Pererê
/saˈsi peˈɾeɾe/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A legendary figure in Brazilian folklore known for his playful and mischievous nature.
"Children often tell stories about Saci-Pererê playing tricks on unsuspecting villagers." - 2
A symbol of Brazilian cultural identity, representing the fusion of Indigenous and African traditions.
"Saci-Pererê is celebrated during Brazilian folklore festivals, highlighting the country's rich cultural heritage."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Saci-Pererê' originates from Brazilian folklore, combining elements from Indigenous Tupi-Guarani mythology and African influences brought by enslaved people. The character is often depicted as a mischievous one-legged boy who smokes a pipe and wears a red cap, symbolizing the blending of cultural narratives in Brazil.
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Saci-Pererê
Transliteration: sa.si.pe.re.re
"Les enfants racontent des histoires sur Saci-Pererê, un personnage espiègle du folklore brésilien."
Saci-Pererê
Transliteration: sa.t͡si.pe.ʁe.ʁe
"Die Kinder erzählen Geschichten über Saci-Pererê, eine schelmische Figur aus der brasilianischen Folklore."
Saci-Pererê
Transliteration: sa.t͡ʃi.pe.re.re
"I bambini raccontano storie su Saci-Pererê, un personaggio birichino del folklore brasiliano."
Saci-Pererê
Transliteration: sa.si.pe.re.re
"Los niños cuentan historias sobre Saci-Pererê, un personaje travieso del folclore brasileño."
Saci-Pererê
Transliteration: sa.si.pe.re.re
"As crianças contam histórias sobre Saci-Pererê, uma figura travessa do folclore brasileiro."
सासी-पर्रेरे
Transliteration: sāśī-parrēra
"बच्चे सासी-पर्रेरे के बारे में कहानियाँ सुनाते हैं, जो ब्राज़ीलियाई लोककथाओं का एक शरारती पात्र है।"
萨西-佩雷雷
Transliteration: sà xī pèi léi léi
"孩子们讲述关于萨西-佩雷雷的故事，这是巴西民间传说中的一个顽皮角色。"
사시-페레레
Transliteration: sasi-perele
"아이들은 브라질 민속에서 장난꾸러기 캐릭터인 사시-페레레에 대한 이야기를 합니다."
サシ・ペレレ
Transliteration: sashi-perere
"子供たちはブラジルの民話に登場するいたずら好きなキャラクター、サシ・ペレレについての話をします。"
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