Dia do Saci
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Portuguese[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Literally, “Saci Day”, based on the Saci from Brazilian folklore.
This commemorative date was originally proposed in 2003 as a Brazilian replacement for Halloween (and taking place on the same date as well).[1]
Proper noun[edit]
- A yearly celebration of Brazilian culture and folklore on October 31.
Usage notes[edit]
In Brazil, this celebration is sometimes associated with an opposition against Halloween, and more generally against American influence.[1]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2017, Tiago Faria - Dia do Saci: entenda a origem da resposta brasileira ao Halloween