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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Ter pinta
(1) To be stylish (2) To look like…
A expressão ter pinta significa ter um estilo distinto, charme ou boa aparência. É muitas vezes associada a alguém que se destaca pela sua elegância, atitude ou talento. Ter pinta de é usado para fazer uma comparação.
Examples:
- Ele tem pinta!
- He’s stylish!
- Ela tem pinta de filósofa, com aquele olhar profundo e sempre a refletir sobre o mundo à sua volta.
- She has the look of a philosopher, with that deep gaze and always reflecting on the world around her.
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Esticar a corda.
Keep going
stalled planswork delay
Em águas de bacalhau
The expression "em águas de bacalhau" refers to something that remains stuck or unresolved. For example, a plan that, for some reason, never moves…
agreementemphasis
Completamente
The expression "completamente" is used to agree with someone or something without any hesitation or reservation, just like "sem dúvida".
overcoming challengessurvival skills
Safar-se
The verb "safar-se" refers to overcoming obstacles, difficulties, or challenges. It involves resourcefulness or survival skills.
indulge someonesatisfy desires
Fazer a vontade
The expression "fazer a vontade" means to give someone what they want or to fulfill their wishes.
expressing doubtsarcasm
Pois pois
"Pois pois" is a sarcastic way to show doubt or disbelief. You can use this expression to mock exaggerated claims or obvious lies, or…
caught red-handedembarrassing situations
Apanhado com as calças na mão
Being "apanhado com as calças na mão" means getting caught off guard or in the act. It's mostly used in awkward situations.
