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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Falar pelos cotovelos
To talk nonstop
A expressão falar pelos cotovelosaplica-se a alguém que fala de forma excessiva e sem parar.
Examples:
- A Maria adora contar histórias e fala pelos cotovelos durante as reuniões.
- Maria loves to tell stories and talks at the top of her lungs during meetings.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
expressing limitationverb emphasis
Poder Posso
This structure repeats the verb to emphasize a possibility, but then sets a limit or introduces a drawback—it's like saying, "yes, but..."
cheeringsupporting someone
Torcer por alguém
"Torcer por alguém" means supporting someone and wishing them the best.
expressing contrastironic tone
Tudo menos
The expression "tudo menos" means that something turned out very different from what was expected or wanted. It suggests contrast and surprise, and often…
disappointmentexpectationsrefusal
Tirar o cavalinho da chuva
This expression is used to dash expectations in a clear and informal way.
effectivenessverb usage
Resultar
The verb "resultar" is used to say that something is effective and works as expected or as planned.
cause effect
Tanto é que
The phrase "tanto é que" introduces a fact that proves or supports a previous statement.
