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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Descair-se
To let something slip, to spill the beans
Descair-se significa revelar algo acidentalmente, muitas vezes informação que deveria ser mantida em segredo.
Examples:
- Ele descaiu-se e disse quanto pagou pela casa.
- He let it slip how much he paid for the house.
- Ontem descaí-me quando disse ao Rui que cancelaste a viagem.
- Yesterday I spilled the beans when I told Rui that you canceled the trip.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
mental fatiguephysical exhaustion
Feito num 8
The expression "ficar feito num 8" means being tired or even exhausted, whether mentally or physically.
exceptional qualityunique
Fora de série
The expression "fora de série" is used to describe someone or something that stands out in a remarkable way and goes beyond what's usual.
delayed action
Já era sem tempo
The expression "já era sem tempo" is used when something you've been waiting for finally happens. It conveys a mix of relief and frustration.
indirect refusalsoft disagreement
Nem por isso
The phrase "nem por isso" is an indirect way of saying "no". It softens disagreement or lack of enthusiasm and is often used when…
slang money
Guito
"Guito" is slang for money. Other informal terms include "cacau", "massa", "pasta", "carcanhol", and "cheta".
ability challengelack skill
Não ter unhas
The expression "não ter unhas" suggests that someone doesn't have the skill or ability to handle a challenge. It implies that the task is…
