Jewish

[/ˈdʒuːɪʃ/]
adjective
judeu
1. Relating to or characteristic of Judaism, Jewish people, or Jewish culture
She comes from a Jewish family with roots in Eastern Europe.
Ela vem de uma família judaica com raízes na Europa Oriental.
2. Of or pertaining to Jews as an ethnic or cultural group
The Jewish community celebrated Hanukkah with a large menorah lighting ceremony.
A comunidade judaica celebrou Hanuká com uma cerimônia de acendimento da menorá.
3. Connected to the religion, traditions, or practices of Judaism
They observed Jewish dietary laws and customs.
Eles observavam as leis dietéticas e os costumes judaicos.
In Brazil, 'judeu' is the standard adjective form. Brazil has a significant Jewish population, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, with well-established communities and cultural institutions. The term is used respectfully in academic, social, and cultural contexts. In the USA, 'Jewish' is the standard descriptor for the religion, ethnicity, and culture, and is the preferred term in both formal and informal settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
HebraicJudaicHebrew
Antonyms / Antônimos
ChristianMuslimnon-Jewish

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
judeu
Standard translation used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
judeu
No significant regional variation
São Paulo
judeu
No significant regional variation; São Paulo has one of the largest Jewish communities in Brazil
Portugal
judeu
Same translation; historically significant due to Portuguese Jewish heritage

Related Words

JudaismJewIsraelTorahYiddishKosherSynagogue

Related Idioms & Phrases

Jewish mother - a protective, nurturing maternal figure (can apply to any ethnicity)
Jewish lightning - an outdated offensive term (avoid usage)
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