gancho
1. A curved or angular device for catching, holding, or pulling something
He hung his coat on the hook by the door.
Ele pendurou seu casaco no gancho perto da porta.
2. A curved piece of metal or other material used for fishing
The fish bit the hook and was caught.
O peixe mordeu o anzol e foi capturado.
3. In boxing, a punch delivered with the arm bent
The boxer threw a left hook at his opponent.
O boxeador desferiu um gancho de esquerda contra seu oponente.
4. Something that catches or attracts attention
The catchy hook in the song makes it memorable.
O refrão pegajoso da música a torna memorável.
5. Verb: To catch something with or as if with a hook
She hooked a large fish this morning.
Ela fisgou um peixe grande esta manhã.
6. Verb: To fasten or secure with a hook
Hook the gate closed behind you.
Prenda o portão com o gancho atrás de você.
In Brazilian culture, 'hook' (gancho) in boxing is well understood due to the popularity of boxing and MMA. In music production and advertising, the English term 'hook' is commonly used even in Portuguese to refer to a catchy melodic phrase. The fishing context is particularly relevant in regions with strong fishing traditions. In NYC slang, 'hook' carries additional informal meanings related to theft or owing favors, reflecting the street culture of the city.
NYC Slang
hook - can mean to steal or get something illegally; 'on the hook' means in trouble or owing money
Related Idioms & Phrases
by hook or by crook - por bem ou por mal (by any means necessary)
off the hook - livre de culpa (out of trouble)
on the hook - em apuros (in trouble or obligated)
hook, line, and sinker - completamente enganado (deceived completely)
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