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The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use
Ter jeito
to have a knack for something
A expressão ter jeito significa ter uma habilidade natural ou aptidão para alguma coisa.
Example:
- Ele tem jeito para a guitarra.
- He has a knack for the guitar.
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Esticar a corda.
Keep going
excess emphasishumorous tone
Tudo e mais alguma coisa
"Tudo e mais alguma coisa" highlights excess and abundance, often with a humorous or critical tone.
positive sensationtaste comfort
Sabe bem
"Saber bem" suggests a positive feeling. Depending on the context, it can refer to taste (like food) or to general comfort and well-being.
effort justificationworth it
Vale a pena
"Vale a pena" is used when the effort or cost of doing something is justified by the benefit it brings.
difficulty
Não é pêra doce
The phrase "não é pêra doce" is used to say that something is difficult and requires sacrifice. It has a humorous tone.
expressing skepticismfeeling suspicious
Com a pulga atrás da orelha
The expression "com a pulga atrás da orelha" is used when someone is suspicious or doubtful about something. It suggests caution and reluctance.
health cautionsafety warning
Cuidado!
"Cuidado!" is an urgent warning used to alert someone to immediate danger. The phrase "ter cuidado" calls for paying attention and being cautious, both…
