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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Implicar
Pick on someone / Imply something
O verbo implicar muda de significado consoante a estrutura da frase. Implicar com é usado quando alguém embirra ou pega com outra pessoa. Implicar que introduz uma insinuação ou algo subentendido, muitas vezes com um tom defensivo ou acusatório.
Examples:
- A Raquel está sempre a implicar com a Ana.
- Raquel is always picking on Ana.
- Estás a implicar que sou preguiçoso?
- Are you implying I’m lazy?
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
avoiding distractionsprioritizing tasks
Ter mais que fazer
The expression "ter mais que fazer" means having more important things to deal with, so you don't waste time on something that's considered secondary…
big spendermoney management
Mãos largas
"Mãos largas" is usually used in a critical way: it describes someone who spends money too easily and without much self-control.
casual approvaleasy confidence
Na boa
The expression "na boa" is a casual way to say that everything's fine and there are no problems or obstacles. Depending on the context,…
motivational slangperformance encouragement
Bora lá partir isto tudo
The phrase "bora lá partir isto tudo!" is slang for "vamos arrasar!" It's used to pump someone up before a big moment, like a…
create chaosstir conflict
Partir a loiça
The expression "partir a loiça toda" is used when someone creates tension or chaos by saying or doing something bold, often unexpectedly.
critical decision
Ou vai ou racha
The expression "ou vai ou racha" means you have to make a decision right away, with no room for hesitation. It's often used in…
