Cristo
1. Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Messiah
Christ is the foundation of Christian faith.
Cristo é o fundamento da fé cristã.
2. An image or representation of Jesus Christ
The church displayed a statue of Christ on the altar.
A igreja exibiu uma estátua de Cristo no altar.
3. Used as an exclamation expressing surprise, annoyance, or distress
Christ, I forgot my keys!
Cristo, esqueci minhas chaves!
In Brazil, 'Cristo' is deeply embedded in cultural references, most famously represented by the statue 'Cristo Redentor' (Christ the Redeemer) in Rio de Janeiro. As an exclamation, it's commonly used in both Brazil and Portugal as a mild curse or expression of surprise, similar to English. In the USA, it's primarily a religious term with strong Christian significance, though the exclamation form is also used informally.
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