Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

porrada

Noun

poh-RAH-dah

Definition

Porrada is a Portuguese slang term that primarily means a hit or strike, often used in informal contexts to refer to a blow or a punch. It can also imply a strong impact or collision.

Examples

The fight ended with a porrada on the face.
They were arguing, and soon it escalated into a porrada.
That song has a real porrada to it!

Meaning

In informal settings, ‘porrada’ can refer to a physical confrontation or a severe hit. It is commonly used by young people to describe a situation involving fighting or a physical altercation, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe something powerful or intense, such as music or an event.