Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

amargo

adjective
/aˈmaʁɡu/
Definition
A Portuguese word that translates to ‘bitter’ in English.
Examples
  • O café que eu bebi estava muito amargo.
  • A experiência foi amarga, apesar das boas intenções.
  • As lágrimas dele tinham um gosto amargo de tristeza.
Meaning
Amargo describes a taste or sensation that is sharp, unpleasant, and often associated with a lack of sweetness.
Synonyms
  • azedo
  • meio
  • rude