Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fulano
Noun
/fuˈlano/
Definition
A person whose name is not specified; often used to refer to someone in a generic way.
Examples
- Eu conheci o fulano na festa de ontem.
- O fulano comentou sobre o novo projeto.
Meaning
The term ‘fulano’ is commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures to refer to a person whose name is either unknown or not important to mention. It can imply a sense of anonymity or represent any person in a conversation.
Synonyms
- ciclano
- beltrano
- indivíduo