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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Boa onda
Good vibes
A expressão boa onda é usada para dizer que alguém ou alguma coisa tem uma energia positiva e agradável.
Example:
- Este café é boa onda.
- This café has good vibes.
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Esticar a corda.
Keep going
decision makingkey factor
Tudo depende
"Tudo depende de" introduces and highlights the key factor that a result depends on.
conditional usage
Desde que
"Desde que" can indicate the beginning of something, or it can set a condition. The meaning depends on the context.
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.
exceeding expectationsfalling short
Ir além v. Ficar aquém
"Ir além" means to exceed or go beyond what was expected, while "ficar aquém" is the opposite: it means not meeting expectations.
expressing disbelief
Poupa-me
The expression "poupa-me" is used as a reaction to something absurd that someone says or does. It's used for nonsense, far-fetched plans, or excuses…
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…
