vixe

Portuguese

Alternative forms

Etymology

Phonetic variant of virgem, short for the religious name Virgem Maria (“Virgin Mary”).

Pronunciation
 
  • (Brazil) IPA(key): /ˈvi.ʃi/
    • (Southern Brazil) IPA(key): /ˈvi.ʃe/

  • Hyphenation: vi‧xe

Interjection

vixe

  1. expresses surprise or admiration. May or may not be used before 'Mary' for emphasis.
    Synonyms: nossa, eita, Jesus
    Vixe Maria! Ele está de volta!
    Jesus Christ! He’s back!
    (literally, “Virgin Mary! He’s back!”)
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