Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preto
Adjective
/’pɾetu/
Definition
Black; a color often associated with darkness or the absence of light.
Examples
- The cat is black. – O gato é preto.
- He wore a black suit. – Ele usava um terno preto.
- The coffee is too dark. – O café está muito preto.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘preto’ refers to the color black and is also used to describe something that is dark in color or characteristics.
Synonyms
- escuro
- noir (French)
- schwarz (German)