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Definition of branco

branco

/ˈbrɑːŋ.koʊ/
bran · co
Plural:brancos
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branco Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Relating to or describing white people, particularly in the context of Brazilian demographics, history, or cultural studies.

Example

"Scholars have extensively documented the historical advantages afforded to the branco population in post-colonial Brazil."

• noun

1

A person of white European descent, specifically within the context of Brazilian demographics and society.

Example

"The demographic survey asked respondents to self-identify as branco, pardo, preto, or indígena."

Word Nuance & Usage

Used primarily in English sociological and demographic literature regarding Brazil, 'branco' is often italicized to denote its status as a Portuguese loanword representing a specific racial category.

• Rhymes for branco

• Nearby Words

brake
bramble
brambling
branco
branco river
brandywine falls
brant

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed directly from Portuguese 'branco' (meaning 'white'), which derives from the Late Latin 'blancus', ultimately of Germanic origin (Proto-Germanic '*blankaz', meaning 'shining' or 'white').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Branco. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/branco
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