Portuguese Word of the Day
capricho
/cah-pree-SHO/ • noun — 29th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: Attention to detail, care, or special effort put into doing something well; it can also mean a whim or fancy depending on context.
Examples
- Ela fez o bolo com muito capricho.
(She made the cake with great care.) - Ele escreve com capricho para ficar tudo legível.
(He writes carefully so everything is readable.) - Este trabalho foi feito sem capricho.
(This work was done carelessly.)
Synonyms
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Antonyms
- desleixo
- descuido
Capricho is commonly used when talking about doing something carefully, neatly, or with extra attention. It can describe handwriting, homework, cooking, cleaning, or any task done with care. In some contexts, it also means a sudden whim or personal fancy.
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