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jogo bonito

[ˈʒɔ.ɡu boˈni.tu]
nounmasculinepl: jogos bonitos
beautiful game
1. A style of football/soccer characterized by skillful, artistic, and aesthetically pleasing play with emphasis on technique, dribbling, and creative movement
The Brazilian national team is famous for playing jogo bonito with their fluid passing and individual brilliance.
A seleção brasileira é famosa por jogar jogo bonito com seu passe fluido e brilho individual.
2. More broadly, the philosophy of playing football in an elegant and entertaining way rather than focusing solely on winning
For Pelé, jogo bonito was not just about winning matches but about entertaining the fans.
Para Pelé, o jogo bonito não era apenas sobre vencer partidas, mas sobre entreter os torcedores.
Synonyms
futebol-artefutebol criativo
Antonyms
futebol defensivofutebol direto

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jogo bonito
Most common usage; deeply rooted in Brazilian football culture and identity
Portugal
jogo bonito
Recognized term but more commonly associated with Brazilian football philosophy

Related Idioms & Phrases

o futebol é jogo bonito
jogar com jogo bonito
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