Portuguese · Adjectives
Jovem
[/ˈʒovẽj/]
Young
Beginneradjective
Definition
Having lived for only a short time; not yet old.
Que viveu por pouco tempo; ainda não velho.
Example
Ela é muito jovem para essa responsabilidade.
She is very young for that responsibility.
Etymology
'Jovem' originates from the Latin 'iuvenis', meaning 'young'. Over time, the term has broadened in Portuguese to refer to anyone in a stage of youth, regardless of age definitions in other languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Jovem' is used in both formal and informal contexts in spoken and written Portuguese, often associated with youth culture and social movements. It is relevant across various regions in Brazil and Portugal.