Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gato-sapato

Noun
/ˈɡɑːt.oʊ səˈpɑː.toʊ/
Definition
A Portuguese term that literally translates as ‘shoe cat,’ used to refer to a specific type of playful or whimsical character.
Examples
  • O gato-sapato sempre alegra o ambiente com seu jeito divertido.
  • Na festa, ele se comportava como um gato-sapato, encantando a todos com suas histórias.
Meaning
In a broader context, this term can symbolize someone who is charming or smooth, much like how a cat gracefully maneuvering in shoes might appear.
Synonyms
  • Brincalhão
  • Divertido
  • Encantador