Tag Archives: Slang
Pronto, falei Posted by Rachel on Feb 5, 2010
Today we’re going to learn a useful little phrase that’s very slangy and will help you sound more like a native. Pronto falei literally means there, I said it, as a follow up to some sort of controversial comment. Let’s look at how it’s used in conversation: Ele ficou muito gordo. Pronto, falei. He got…
Slang Verbs Posted by Rachel on Jul 22, 2009
Today, we’re going to look at a few slangy verbs that will make you sound much more fluent in basic conversation. The definitions are a bit boiled down, so make sure you look to see how the words are translated in context. 1. rolar – to happen; to go on Acha que a festa da…
Brazilian Portuguese Slang: Good Times Posted by Rachel on Mar 20, 2009
Today we’re going to learn slang phrases to talk about having a good time. 1. bombar This means something is successful, in the sense that it is fun or great. A festa vai bombar! The party is going to be awesome! O filme bombou no Brasil. The movie was a hit in Brazil. 2. show…
Slang Phrases Posted by Rachel on Feb 12, 2009
Today we’re going to look at some slangy phrases you can use in everyday conversation with friends. 1. Até parece This means “yeah, right.” Vou na festa da Camila amanhã. O Tom Cruise também vai! I’m going to Camila’s party tomorrow. Tom Cruise is going too! Até parece! Yeah, right! 2. Pois é This literally…