Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mandão

noun

/mɐ̃ˈdɐ̃w/

Definition

A person who is bossy or domineering, often overstepping their authority.

Examples

Ele é um mandão no escritório, sempre tentando controlar as tarefas dos outros.
As crianças não gostam de brincar com o mandão, pois ele sempre quer impor suas regras.

Meaning

In a broader sense, it refers to someone who likes to control others, often demanding obedience and compliance without regard for others’ opinions or feelings.