Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rapariga

Noun
/ˌræp.əˈriː.gə/
Definition
A Portuguese term that translates to ‘girl’ or ‘young woman’ in English.
Examples
  • Ela é uma rapariga muito talentosa. (She is a very talented girl.)
  • A rapariga que encontramos no parque estava a ler um livro. (The girl we met in the park was reading a book.)
Meaning
Used primarily in Portugal, ‘rapariga’ refers to a female youth or young girl, often used in a casual or friendly context.
Synonyms
  • menina
  • jovem
  • moça