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soul brother

/ˈsoʊl ˌbrʌðər/

Tradução: Expressão gíria usada principalmente por afro-americanos nas décadas de 1960 e 1970 para se referir a outro homem negro, implicando uma profunda ligação cultural ou espiritual. Atualmente é considerada datada e potencialmente ofensiva.

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/ˈsoʊl ˌbrʌðər/slangamericanobsoleto
  • ptExpressão gíria usada principalmente por afro-americanos nas décadas de 1960 e 1970 para se referir a outro homem negro, implicando uma profunda ligação cultural ou espiritual. Atualmente é considerada datada e potencialmente ofensiva.

An outdated slang term from the 1960s-1970s used by African Americans to refer to a fellow Black man, implying a deep cultural or spiritual bond. Now considered dated and potentially offensive.

  1. B2informalamerican

    A term used to refer to a very close male friend, especially one who shares similar values, experiences, or cultural background.

    ptIrmão de alma

    • We've been soul brothers since college.
    • He's not just a friend, he's my soul brother.
    • They call each other soul brothers because of their deep bond.
  2. B2informalamerican

    Historically, a term used within the African American community to refer to another African American man, often implying a shared cultural identity and struggle.

    ptIrmão de alma

    • He greeted his soul brother with a firm handshake.
    • The speech resonated deeply with every soul brother in the room.
    • In the 1960s, the term 'soul brother' was a common expression of solidarity.