nounmasculinepl: vampires
vampiro
1. A mythical creature believed to be an undead human who feeds on the blood of living people, typically active at night and repelled by sunlight, crucifixes, and garlic
In folklore, vampires are said to sleep in coffins during the day.
No folclore, diz-se que os vampiros dormem em caixões durante o dia.
2. A person who preys on others or exploits them, metaphorically draining their resources or energy
The corrupt politician was a vampire, feeding on taxpayer money.
O político corrupto era um vampiro, alimentando-se do dinheiro dos contribuintes.
3. A bat that feeds on blood, particularly species found in Central and South America
The vampire bat is the only mammal that feeds exclusively on blood.
O morcego-vampiro é o único mamífero que se alimenta exclusivamente de sangue.
Vampire mythology is deeply rooted in European folklore, particularly from Eastern Europe and Romania, though the archetype has become globalized through popular culture. In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries, vampire folklore blends European traditions with local supernatural beliefs. The term is commonly used metaphorically in both English and Portuguese to describe exploitative people or situations. Modern vampire fiction, from Bram Stoker's Dracula to contemporary media, continues to influence how the term is understood across cultures.
NYC Slang
bloodsucker (as insult for exploitative person)
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