grooved

[/ɡruːvd/]
adjective
sulcado, acanalado, entalhado
1. Having grooves; marked with long narrow channels or furrows
The grooved surface of the vinyl record helps the needle track properly.
A superfície sulcada do disco de vinil ajuda a agulha a rastrear adequadamente.
2. (Slang) In a good rhythm or mood; enjoying oneself; in harmony with something
The band was really grooved during that performance.
A banda estava realmente animada durante aquela apresentação.
3. Fitted into or provided with a groove or grooves
The grooved tiles fit together perfectly.
Os azulejos acanalados encaixam perfeitamente.
In American English, especially from the 1960s counterculture onwards, 'grooved' and 'in the groove' became popular slang terms meaning to be in tune with something, enjoying a good vibe, or appreciating music. This usage is less common in Brazilian Portuguese, where more contemporary slang like 'ligado' or 'na vibe' is preferred. The physical/technical meaning (having channels or furrows) is standard across all regions.
NYC Slang
in the groove, feeling it, vibing
Synonyms / Sinônimos
furrowedchanneledflutedridgedengraved
Antonyms / Antônimos
smoothflatfeaturelessplain

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sulcado, acanalado
Common usage for physical grooves; slang sense is less common
Rio de Janeiro
sulcado, ligado
Slang 'ligado' (connected/into it) sometimes used instead
São Paulo
acanalado, na vibe
Modern slang may use 'na vibe' for the mood sense
Portugal
acanalado, sulcado
Slang sense less prevalent; more literal physical meaning used

Related Words

groovegroovesgroovinggrooviergrooviness

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the groove
grooved out
get into a groove
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