coco

This is the 9374th most frequent Portuguese word.


coco

"Coco" in Portuguese can mean "coconut" (the fruit) or "poop," depending on context.


In this sentence, 'coco' refers to the fruit, the coconut, which is a food item.

Eu comprei um coco para preparar uma vitamina.

I bought a coconut to prepare a smoothie.


Here, 'coco' still denotes the fruit, specifically emphasizing its physical presence.

Ontem, encontrei um coco caído no jardim.

Yesterday I found a coconut fallen in the garden.


In this context, 'coco' colloquially refers to feces, not related to the fruit but derived from informal usage.

Tome cuidado para não pisar no coco que o cachorro deixou na calçada.

Be careful not to step on the dung the dog left on the sidewalk.