Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bem-me-quer
Noun
/bɛn mi ˈkɛr/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese which translates to ‘well-wisher’ or ‘benefactor’ in English.
Examples
- In the game of ‘bem-me-quer, mal-me-quer’, children pick petals to determine affection.
- She always looks out for her friends; she truly is a bem-me-quer to us all.
Meaning
Bem-me-quer refers to someone who has goodwill towards others, often used in a romantic context in folk sayings and games.
Synonyms
- well-wisher
- friend
- benefactor