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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Em cima do joelho
Last minute
A expressão em cima do joelho refere-se a fazer algo de forma apressada sem a devida preparação. Implica descuido ou improvisação.
Example:
- Fazes tudo em cima do joelho!
- You do everything last minute!
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…
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,…
excessive situationexpressing indignation
Era o que faltava
"Era só o que faltava" expresses outrage and is used when something seems excessive, unfair, or absurd.
competitionrivalry
Muitos cães ao mesmo osso
"Muitos cães ao mesmo osso" describes a situation where many people are competing for the same thing, often leading to rivalries or fewer opportunities…
hasty workpoor quality
Feito a martelo
The expression "feito a martelo" suggests that something was done in a hurry and carelessly. It implies poor quality and a lack of finesse.
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.
