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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Nem sequer
Not even
A expressão nem sequer enfatiza que nem o mínimo que se poderia esperar aconteceu. Adiciona um peso emocional, muitas vezes expressando negligência, surpresa ou desilusão.
Example:
- Tu passaste por mim e nem sequer me viste.
- You walked me past and you didn’t even see me.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
big spendermoney management
Mãos largas
"Mãos largas" is usually used in a critical way: it describes someone who spends money too easily and without much self-control.
overcoming challengessurvival skills
Safar-se
The verb "safar-se" refers to overcoming obstacles, difficulties, or challenges. It involves resourcefulness or survival skills.
hide vulnerabilityshow weakness
Não dar parte fraca
The Portuguese expression "não dar parte fraca" means not showing weakness or not letting others see that you're struggling. It's used when someone hides…
complicated problemtricky situation
Um 31
The expression "um 31" refers to a complicated or confusing situation. It's used for problems, confusion, or a tough dilemma.
excessive talkingnonstop speech
Falar pelos cotovelos
The expression "falar pelos cotovelos" is used to describe someone who talks excessively and just won't stop.
current status
Até ver
"Até ver" means "for now/so far." It refers to the current state of something, with a note of caution that things could change in…
