adjective/nounmasculinepl: arcanos
arcane, secret, mysterious
1. Something that is mysterious, secret, or understood by few people; obscure or cryptic
The arcane knowledge of ancient rituals was passed down through generations.
O conhecimento arcano dos rituais antigos foi transmitido através das gerações.
2. In tarot, one of the 22 major arcana or 56 minor arcana cards
The Fool is the first arcano in the major arcana deck.
O Louco é o primeiro arcano dos arcanos maiores.
3. A mystery or secret, especially one that is difficult to understand
The arcano of the universe continues to fascinate scientists.
O arcano do universo continua a fascinar os cientistas.
Related Idioms & Phrases
os arcanos da natureza - the mysteries of nature
conhecimento arcano - arcane knowledge
arcanos maiores/menores - major/minor arcana (tarot)
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