Portuguese Word · Intermediate
dito-cujo
word used to refer to someone or something indirectly, without mentioning its/their name
Pronunciation: /ˌd͡ʒi.tuˈku.ʒu/
Meaning
word used to refer to someone or something indirectly, without mentioning its/their name
Example
O homem gritou e xingou a menina de uma forma bem violenta. E o dito-cujo nem sequer foi repreendido por quem passava.
The man shouted and cursed at the girl in a very violent way. And the guy [in question] wasn’t even reprimanded by the people passing by.
Practice tips
- Practice dito-cujo 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 intermediate-level learners.