: Brazil has some of the most vibrant LGBTQ+ cultures in the world, including the famous São Paulo Pride Parade.

: In recent years, trans identities have "invaded" Brazilian media and cultural magazines, becoming a part of colloquial conversation. This has led to a paradoxical situation where trans women are both highly visible and frequently marginalized. Social Challenges and Safety High Rates of Violence

The term is a colloquial term primarily used in Southeast Asia (particularly Thailand) to refer to transgender women or effeminate gay men. In the context of Brazil and the broader Portuguese-speaking world, different terminology and cultural contexts apply.