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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Dar à graxa
Suck up to
A expressão dar à graxa significa elogiar alguém de forma excessiva, geralmente para obter um benefício. Tem um tom crítico e Implica falsidade.
Examples:
- O Manuel não para de dar à graxa ao patrão.
- Manuel keeps sucking up to the boss.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
financial struggleimprovisation
À rasca
The expression "estar à rasca" (or "à rasquinha") is used when someone is in a tough spot, like when they’re out of money or…
by a whiskerclose callnear miss
Por uma unha negra
This expression describes a very narrow margin—something that happened, or didn't happen, almost by a miracle.
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…
emotional nuanceemphasis usage
Nem sequer
The expression "nem sequer" emphasizes that not even the bare minimum happened. It adds an emotional weight, often expressing neglect, surprise, or disappointment.
expressing surpriseyouth slang
Que cena!
"Que cena!" expresses surprise and disbelief. It's a reaction to something unexpected and is commonly used among younger people.
facing challengeshard time
Vi-me nelas
The expression "vi-me nelas" is used when someone faces challenges or difficulties, often unexpectedly.
