Idioms

The phrases Portuguese speakers actually use

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Novidades
B1
current newsrecent changes

Novidades

"Novidades" is a broad term that refers to recent changes and events. "Notícias" specifically refers to current information provided by newspapers and...

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Um nadinha
B1
polite requestsmall quantity

Um nadinha

"Um nadinha" means a small amount of something.

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Chega!
B1
ending conversationexpressing frustration

Chega!

In this context, "chega!" means "enough!" and is used to put an end to a conversation or behavior.

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Até ver
B1
current status

Até ver

"Até ver" means "for now/so far." It refers to the current state of something, with a note of caution that things could...

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Sorte a tua
B1
expressing lucklucky you

Sorte a tua

"Sorte a tua" means "it was luck" or "you got lucky," and it's used as a reaction when something good happens to...

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Fazer figas
B1
fingers crossedgood luck

Fazer figas

The expression "fazer figas" is used to wish someone luck and show support before something uncertain or important, like a test or...

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Estou ansioso
B1
expressing anticipationlooking forward

Estou ansioso

In this context, "estar ansioso por" means looking forward to something good that's going to happen, like plans, events, or reunions.

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Se calhar
B1
convenience timingexpressing uncertainty

Se calhar

"Se calhar" means "maybe," expressing uncertainty or possibility. "Calhar bem" (or "calhar mal") is about convenience: something happens at a good or...

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Sabe bem
B1
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...

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Aborrecido
B1
boredomemotional state

Aborrecido

Depending on the context, "aborrecido" can mean "boring" or "annoyed/irritated."

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Combinado
B1
agreement confirmationmaking plans

Combinado

The expression "combinado" is used to confirm an agreement or finalize plans. It shows that both parties are on the same page.

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