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risonho

[ʁi.zõ.ɲu]
adjectivemasculinepl: risonhos
smiling, cheerful, laughing
1. characterized by smiles or laughter; having a tendency to smile or laugh frequently
He had a cheerful, smiling demeanor.
Ele tinha um semblante risonho e alegre.
2. bright, cheerful, or pleasant in appearance or mood
The sunny morning presented a smiling face.
A manhã ensolarada apresentava um aspecto risonho.
Synonyms
sorridentealegrefelizjovialcontente
Antonyms
tristecarrancudofechadosombriomelancólico

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
risonho
commonly used to describe someone with a naturally smiling expression
Portugal
risonho
similar usage; can also mean 'promising' or 'bright' when referring to prospects

Related Idioms & Phrases

cara risonha - smiling face
futuro risonho - bright future
perspectivas risonhas - promising prospects
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