cuidado

Masculine

Brazilian Portuguese dictionary entry for cuidadowith pronunciation guidance and usage notes.

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kwee-DAH-doo

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/kujˈdadʊ/

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What does “cuidado” mean?

Definitions of “cuidado” with Brazilian Portuguese example sentences and English translations.

watch out!; careful!Interjection

Cuidado! O chão está molhado.

Watch out! The floor is wet.

Cuidado com a cabeça!

Careful with your head!

Cuidado ao atravessar a rua.

Be careful when crossing the street.

careNoun

Ela cuida com cuidado.

She takes care with care.

The patient needs constant care.

We took care when packing the glasses.