Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

macaco

Noun

/məˈkɑː.koʊ/

Definition

Macaco is a Portuguese word that translates to ‘monkey’ in English, referring to various species of primates, particularly those belonging to the family Cercopithecidae, which are commonly found in tropical regions.

Examples

The child laughed as they watched the macaco swing from tree to tree in the zoo.
In Brazil, the ‘macaco-prego’ is a well-known species of capuchin monkey.
He acted like a macaco, jumping around and playing pranks on his friends.

Meaning

In a broader sense, ‘macaco’ can refer to any monkey or sometimes even to someone who behaves in a silly or mischievous way. It is frequently used in colloquial expressions in Portuguese-speaking countries.