Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ferrado
slang
feh-RAH-doo
Definition
ferrado refers to a state of being trapped or in a difficult situation, often used in slang to imply someone is in a fix or a tight spot.
Examples
- Ele está ferrado porque esqueceu a chave dentro do carro.
- Se não estudar, ele vai ficar ferrado no exame.
Meaning
In colloquial Portuguese, it means to be in trouble or in a bad predicament, emphasizing the inability to escape the situation.
Synonyms
- enrascado
- complicado
- em apuros