Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

candango

Noun

/kanˈdaŋɡu/

Definition

A term used to refer to a person originally from the Brazilian Federal District, particularly associated with the construction of Brasília, the country’s capital.

Examples

The candango community played a vital role in the building of Brasília.
Many candangos settled in the city after its construction was completed.

Meaning

Candango is often used to denote someone who moved to Brasília for work and contributed to its development, sometimes carrying connotations of resilience and adaptation.