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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Desde que
Since / As long as
Desde que pode marcar o início de algo como também pode estabelecer uma condição. O significado depende do contexto.
Examples:
- Desde que te conheci, não penso noutra coisa senão em ti.
- Ever since I met you, I’ve thought of nothing but you.
- Podes ficar cá em minha casa desde que pagues renda.
- You can stay here in my house as long as you pay rent.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
indulge someonesatisfy desires
Fazer a vontade
The expression "fazer a vontade" means to give someone what they want or to fulfill their wishes.
dependencyfree riding
À mama
The expression "à mama" suggests that someone is getting something without effort and at the expense of others. It's often used critically and implies…
money slang
Carcanhol
The terms "carcanhol", "massa", "cacau", "guito", and "pastel" all refer to money.
common citizenpolitical critique
Zé-povinho
"Zé-povinho" is a term that refers to the average person, especially those with little social or economic power. It's often used critically or ironically…
double-edgedmixed outcomespros and cons
Um pau de dois bicos
The expression is used to talk about a situation with one positive side and one negative side, or one that can bring both advantages…
natural abilityskill aptitude
Ter jeito
The expression "ter jeito" means having a natural talent or ability for something.
