gostoso

[gos-TO-zo]

adjectivemasculinepl: gostosos

delicious, tasty, attractive, sexy

1. Having a pleasant taste; delicious or tasty

This cake is delicious.

Este bolo é muito gostoso.

2. Physically attractive or sexually appealing

He is very attractive.

Ele é muito gostoso.

3. Pleasant, enjoyable, or satisfying in a general sense

That was a pleasant experience.

Foi uma experiência bem gostosa.

NYC Slang

delish, hot, fine

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

gostoso

Most common usage across Brazil; primarily refers to taste and attractiveness

Rio de Janeiro

gostoso

Widely used with emphasis on physical attractiveness

São Paulo

gostoso

Common usage; can emphasize pleasure or enjoyment

Portugal

saboroso/gostoso

Less common; Portuguese prefer 'saboroso' for food; 'gostoso' may sound informal

um gostoso de morrer (incredibly delicious or attractive)

que coisa gostosa (what a pleasant thing)

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