Portuguese Word · Advanced
caciquismo
the power or influence of a chieftain
Pronunciation: /ka.siˈkiz.mu/
Meaning
the power or influence of a chieftain
Example
Ainda militou uns tempos na JS, mas saiu poucos anos depois de entrar pelo excesso “de caciquismo” existente na estrutura socialista.
I use the word "caciquismo".
Practice tips
- Practice caciquismo out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese word is for advanced-level learners.