Definição e Significado de "man"

Man

SUBSTANTIVO

homem, rapaz

a person who is a male adult

Example

The man in the blue shirt is my neighbor.

My dad is a strong man who can lift heavy things.

This is my friend, he 's a nice man.

1.1

homem, macho

an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent)

Example

She 's more of a man than he is.

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homem, rapaz

a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman

Example

What 's her new man like?

o homem, o especialista

an individual who is highly skilled or experienced in a specific activity or profession

Idiom

Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "the man" and when to use it?

The phrase "the man" is used to refer to an individual who possesses a high degree of skill or experience in a particular activity or profession. The phrase is believed to have originated in the 19th century, when it was used to refer to a man who was considered to be the best at his job. The phrase has since become more widespread, and it is now used to refer to any person who is considered to be an expert in their field.

Example

When it comes to cooking, my grandmother is the man.

He 's the man when it comes to fixing cars.

In the world of finance, he 's the man for investment strategies, having successfully navigated various market conditions over the years.

homem, militar

someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force