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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Estar ansioso por
Looking forward to
A expressão estar ansioso por transmite antecipação e entusiasmo, muitas vezes em relação a um evento futuro.
Examples:
- A Manuela está ansiosa por tirar a carta de condução.
- Manuela can’t wait to get her driver’s license.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
precisionsuccess
Acertar em cheio
The expression "acertar em cheio" means to hit the target accurately, either literally or figuratively. For example, you might use it when someone makes…
convenience
Altura
In this context, "altura" refers to a specific moment. We often use the expressions "boa altura" and "má altura" to say whether something is…
facing challengeshard time
Vi-me nelas
The expression "vi-me nelas" is used when someone faces challenges or difficulties, often unexpectedly.
enthusiastic reactionexpressing desire
Isso é que era
The phrase "isso é que era" expresses a wish or excitement about an imagined scenario. It has a dreamy tone and is a reaction…
overcrowdedpacked spaces
À pinha
The expression "à pinha" is used to describe a space that is very full or overcrowded.
getting pissed
Ficar nas horas
The expression "ficar nas horas" is used when someone gets really angry or furious. A common variation is "ficar nas horas do diabo".
