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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Esperar
Waiting for / Hoping that
Esperar por significa aguardar por alguém ou alguma coisa. Esperar que exprime esperança ou expectativa.
Examples:
- Espero por ti lá fora.
- I’ll wait for you outside.
- Espero que estejas bem.
- I hope you’re well.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
anger reactionlose temper
Perder as estribeiras
"Perder as estribeiras" means losing control and reacting with anger or irritation, often suddenly, in stressful or frustrating situations.
embarrassing failurefall flat
Espalhar-se ao comprido
The expression "espalhar-se ao comprido" means to fall in an awkward way, often embarrassingly or dramatically. Figuratively, it can also mean to fail badly…
private conversationside note
À parte
The expression "à parte" means separately or in private. It's used when something is set aside or discussed away from the main group. However,…
slang approval
Altamente
"Altamente" is slang used to show excitement and approval. It's mainly used by younger people to react positively to news, plans, or experiences. Other…
correcting misunderstanding
Não é por aí
The expression "não é por aí" is used to correct a mistaken idea or to suggest that the reason or explanation given isn't accurate.
expressing surpriseyouth slang
Que cena!
"Que cena!" expresses surprise and disbelief. It's a reaction to something unexpected and is commonly used among younger people.
