vaca brava

[ˈva.kɐ ˈbɾa.vɐ]

nounfemininepl: vacas bravas

fighting bull (female); wild cow

1. A fierce, aggressive cow or heifer used in bullfighting or Spanish-style corridas

The vaca brava charged at the matador with tremendous force.

A vaca brava investiu contra o torero com grande força.

2. A wild or untamed cow; a rebellious or fierce-tempered cow

That vaca brava refused to be herded with the rest of the cattle.

Aquela vaca brava recusou-se a ser reunida com o resto do gado.

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General Portuguese

vaca brava

Standard term used in bullfighting contexts

Spain

vaca brava

Common in Spanish bullfighting terminology and culture

Brazil

vaca brava

Less common; used mainly when referring to Spanish bullfighting traditions

correr uma vaca brava - to face a vaca brava in the arena

temperamento de vaca brava - a fierce or aggressive temperament

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