Cowboys

[/ˈkaʊbɔɪz/]

nounmasculinepl: Cowboys

Vaqueiros

1. Men who tend and herd cattle, especially in the western United States

The cowboys rounded up the cattle on the ranch.

Os vaqueiros reuniram o gado na fazenda.

2. A person who behaves recklessly or without regard for consequences

He drives like a cowboy, taking unnecessary risks.

Ele dirige como um vaqueiro irresponsável, correndo riscos desnecessários.

3. Fictional or mythical characters from the American Old West

Children love to play cowboys and Indians.

As crianças adoram brincar de vaqueiros e índios.

NYC Slang

Yahoos (reckless individuals)

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

vaqueiros

Most common translation for cattle herders

São Paulo

peões

Alternative term used for ranch workers

Rio de Janeiro

vaqueiros

Preferred term, especially in cultural contexts

Portugal

rapazes do Oeste

Less common; often referred to as American Western characters rather than translated

cowboy up - to face challenges with courage

play cowboys and Indians - to engage in imaginative play

cowboy mentality - reckless or aggressive approach

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