Portuguese · Adjectives
Mau
[/maw/]
Bad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of poor quality or a low standard.
De má qualidade ou baixo padrão.
Example
O tempo está mau hoje.
The weather is bad today.
Etymology
'Mau' comes from the Latin 'malus', meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. The term has kept its negative connotation through its usage in Portuguese.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mau' is prevalent in informal conversation and descriptive writing, often expressed in opinions and judgments across various Portuguese-speaking societies.