Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
machona
Noun
ma-SHO-na

Definition
In Portuguese, ‘machona’ refers to a woman who exhibits masculine characteristics or behaves in a way that is typically associated with males.

Examples
- Maria é uma machona, sempre pronta para encarar desafios físicos.
- Ela não se importa com o que os outros pensam, pois se sente confortável sendo uma machona.

Meaning
The term often carries a connotation of strength and confidence, but can also imply a rejection of traditional femininity or gender roles.

Synonyms
- Fortona
- Masculina
- Destemida