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Cortar-se
The expression "cortar-se" is used when someone backs out or cancels something at the last minute. It usually has a critical tone.
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Completamente
The expression "completamente" is used to agree with someone or something without any hesitation or reservation, just like "sem dúvida".
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Se fosse a ti
"Se fosse a ti" means "if I were in your shoes." It's used to give advice or make a suggestion in a gentle, indirect way.
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Sempre a abrir
"Sempre a abrir" means going full speed or "all out." It describes times of intense, fast-paced activity, often with great results.
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Treta
"Treta" or "tretas" means lie or nonsense. It's used to show skepticism and disbelief.
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Novidades
"Novidades" is a broad term that refers to recent changes and events. "Notícias" specifically refers to current information provided by newspapers and other media outlets.
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Pelo sim pelo não
"Pelo sim pelo não" means taking precautions—doing something "just in case" you end up needing it.
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Um nadinha
"Um nadinha" means a small amount of something.
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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
"Até ver" means "for now/so far." It refers to the current state of something, with a note of caution that things could change in the future.
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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 someone else. It can sound either happy for them or a bit envious.
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Saber vs Conseguir vs Poder vs Conhecer in Portuguese
Many Portuguese language learners, especially those who have English as their first language, will struggle to discern between these verbs:…
