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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Tanto quanto sei
As far as I know
A expressão tanto quanto sei expressa conhecimento limitado ou incerteza. Indica que o falante está a partilhar o que acredita ser verdade, ao mesmo tempo que reconhece que pode não ter a imagem completa.
Example:
- – O Rui já chegou a Portugal? – Tanto quanto sei ainda não.
- – Has Rui arrived in Portugal yet? – Not as far as I know.
Transcript
Esticar a corda.
Keep going
decisive moment
Hora H
"Hora h" refers to a decisive moment, often the critical point when something happens.
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…
direct communicationstraight talk
Pão pão, queijo queijo
The expression "pão pão, queijo queijo" refers to speaking clearly and directly. It's used to describe people who say things as they are, without…
consequence indicator
Aí
In this context, "aí" means "then/in that case." It introduces the consequence of an action or the step needed to achieve a goal.
facing challengeshard time
Vi-me nelas
The expression "vi-me nelas" is used when someone faces challenges or difficulties, often unexpectedly.
social influence
Quem pode, pode
The expression "quem pode, pode" highlights that people with power, resources, or influence can do whatever they want. It's often used with a hint…
