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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Até ver
So far
Até ver significa “por agora/até ao momento”: refere-se ao estado corrente de alguma coisa com um tom de cautela (implica possíveis mudanças de curso no futuro).
Example:
- Até ver não tenho queixas.
- So far I have no complaints.
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Esticar a corda.
Keep going
difficult situationtough choice
Entre a espada e a parede
The expression "estar entre a espada e a parede" means being in a tough situation with no easy way out. It's usually used when…
short-livedtemporary moments
Sol de pouca dura
The expression "sol de pouca dura" is used figuratively to describe something fleeting, especially moments of happiness, promises, or trends that quickly fade away.
competitionrivalry
Muitos cães ao mesmo osso
"Muitos cães ao mesmo osso" describes a situation where many people are competing for the same thing, often leading to rivalries or fewer opportunities…
casual approvaleasy confidence
Na boa
The expression "na boa" is a casual way to say that everything's fine and there are no problems or obstacles. Depending on the context,…
expressing anticipationlooking forward
Estou ansioso
In this context, "estar ansioso por" means looking forward to something good that's going to happen, like plans, events, or reunions.
delayed action
Já era sem tempo
The expression "já era sem tempo" is used when something you've been waiting for finally happens. It conveys a mix of relief and frustration.
