feio
ugly; unattractive
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈfej.u/
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Cultural Note
'Feio' goes beyond physical appearance — it is commonly used to describe behavior. 'Isso é feio!' (That's ugly/rude!) is what parents say to children who misbehave. 'Patinho feio' (ugly duckling) is used just like in English.
📝 Example Sentences
Isso não é feio, é diferente.
That is not ugly, it is different.
Falar de boca cheia é feio.
Talking with your mouth full is rude/ugly.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | feias |
| masculine_plural | feios |
| feminine_singular | feia |
| masculine_singular | feio |