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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Poupa-me
Give me a break
A expressão poupa-me é usada como reação a algo absurdo dito ou feito por alguém. Aplica-se a disparates, planos mirabolantes ou desculpas que desafiam a credibilidade.
Example:
- – Estou a pensar vender a minha casa para comprar um Ferrari. – Ó Rita, poupa-me!
- – I’m thinking of selling my house to buy a Ferrari. – Rita, give me a break!
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
casual filler
Sei lá
"Sei lá" is a casual way of saying "I don't know". It can also be used like filler when you're hesitating or listing things.
defensive attitudetake personally
Enfiar o barrete
The expression "enfiar o barrete" means taking a general criticism or comment personally. It implies a defensive attitude.
hasty workpoor quality
Feito a martelo
The expression "feito a martelo" suggests that something was done in a hurry and carelessly. It implies poor quality and a lack of finesse.
hopewaiting
Esperar
"Esperar por" means to wait for someone or something. "Esperar que" expresses hope or expectation.
embarrassing failurefall flat
Espalhar-se ao comprido
The expression "espalhar-se ao comprido" means to fall in an awkward way, often embarrassingly or dramatically. Figuratively, it can also mean to fail badly…
casual speechexpressing possibility
Às duas por três
The phrase "às duas por três" introduces a possibility, just like the phrases "se calhar" and "na volta".
