padrasto
stepfather
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/pɐˈdɾaʃ.tu/
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Cultural Note
While the word 'padrasto' literally means stepfather, in informal Portuguese it can also refer to a hangnail — the small piece of skin that tears near the fingernail. This curious double meaning has no cultural connection. In modern Brazilian Portuguese, some families prefer the term 'pai de coração' (father of the heart) to emphasize the emotional bond.
📝 Example Sentences
O padrasto dele é muito atencioso.
His stepfather is very thoughtful.
O padrasto ensinou-lhe a jogar futebol.
His stepfather taught him to play football.
Ele considera o padrasto um verdadeiro pai.
He considers his stepfather a true father.