sacanagem
dirty trick, naughtiness, mischief
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/sa.ka.ˈna.ʒẽj/
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Cultural Note
A versatile Brazilian slang word with multiple registers. It can mean a dirty trick or unfair behavior ('que sacanagem!'), sexual naughtiness, or general mischief. The verb form is 'sacanear' (to screw someone over or to tease). Context is crucial — it ranges from playful to genuinely offensive. Exercise caution as it can carry strong sexual connotations.
📝 Example Sentences
Que sacanagem ele fez com você!
What a dirty trick he pulled on you!
Isso é uma sacanagem, eu não merecia isso.
That's so unfair, I didn't deserve that.
Para de sacanagem e fala sério!
Stop messing around and be serious!