popíí

Popó is a colloquial Brazilian Portuguese term for feces or stool, commonly used by children and in informal speech. In formal or medical contexts the term fezes or excrementos is used. The word corresponds to the English “poop” or “poo.”

Feces are the waste product of digestion, formed in the colon and stored in the rectum before excretion through the anus. They consist mainly of water, gut bacteria, undigested fiber, mucus, and bile pigments that give brown color. Diet, hydration, medications, and gut health influence color and texture.

Stool characteristics are often described using the Bristol Stool Chart. A typical healthy stool is soft to firm and passes without strain. Variation exists: infants may have multiple stools per day, while adults may have stool every day or every few days. Persistent changes in color, smell, volume, or consistency can signal medical issues, such as gastrointestinal infections, malabsorption, or bleeding.

Health guidance: seek medical advice if stool is black or tar-like, bright red, pale, or if there is persistent diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, fever, or unintended weight loss.

Hygiene and etiquette: after defecation, wash hands thoroughly; dispose of waste appropriately; clean the area and maintain bathroom hygiene. In daily life, “popó” is understood as a childish or informal term for feces, whereas “fezes” is preferred in education, journalism, and healthcare.