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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
À mão
At hand
A expressão à mão significa que algo está facilmente acessível e ao alcance. Implicar conveniência.
Example:
- Quando cozinho, gosto de ter todos os ingredientes à mão.
- When I cook, I like to have all the ingredients at hand.
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Esticar a corda.
Keep going
constant movement
De um lado para o outro
The term "de um lado para o outro" refers to a constant pendulum-like movement. It suggests dynamism, and sometimes restlessness or agitation.
natural abilityskill aptitude
Ter jeito
The expression "ter jeito" means having a natural talent or ability for something.
complicated situationsproblematic moments
Aí é que a porca torce o rabo
The expression "aí é que a porca torce o rabo" refers to the moment when things get complicated. It's used when a situation suddenly…
abbreviation usageindefinite number
N (vários)
In this context, "n" is short for "número" and stands for an unspecified number of items.
sabotageset up
Fazer a folha a alguém
The expression "fazer a folha a alguém" means to deliberately harm or sabotage someone, usually behind their back, with the intention of ruining their…
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.
