negro

This is the 2661st most frequent Portuguese word.


negro

"Negro" in Portuguese means "black," referring to the color.


In this example, 'negro' functions as a noun representing the color itself.

Negro é uma cor reverenciada na arte moderna.

Black is a revered color in modern art.


In this sentence, 'negra' (feminine form of 'negro') is used as an adjective associated with identity and heritage.

A comunidade negra celebra sua cultura rica e diversificada.

The Black community celebrates its rich and diverse culture.


Here 'negro' is used as an adjective to describe a very dark color associated with the sky.

O céu estava tão negro quanto carvão.

The sky was as black as coal.