Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the vibrant world of Brazilian pop with Manu Gavassi's "23"! This song offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese, capturing the essence of youth and passionate relationships. You can learn colloquial expressions and emotional vocabulary, making it a special track for language learners. Its catchy melodies and relatable theme make it an enjoyable way to connect with the language and culture.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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olho /ˈoʊ.lju/ A1 |
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sabe /ˈsɑː.be/ A2 |
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jogo /ˈʒo.ɡu/ A2 |
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livre /ˈli.vɾi/ B1 |
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lindo /ˈlĩ.du/ B1 |
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noite /ˈnɔɪ.tʃi/ A2 |
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quer /ˈkɛʁ/ A1 |
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erro /ˈɛ.ʁu/ B2 |
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paz /ˈpaz/ B1 |
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boca /ˈbo.kɐ/ A1 |
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brilhante /bɾiˈʎɐ̃.tʃi/ B2 |
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maduro /maˈdu.ɾu/ B2 |
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coração /ko.ɾaˈsɐ̃w/ B1 |
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escondo /esˈkõ.du/ B1 |
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perto /ˈpɛʁ.tu/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Eu não preciso de você, mas eu quero
➔ The contrasting conjunction 'but' introduces a contrast between two clauses.
➔ 'But' is used to contrast two ideas or clauses, often indicating a exception or difference.
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Ninguém é maduro com 23
➔ The phrase 'com 23' uses the preposition 'with' to specify age.
➔ 'With' indicates the age at which someone is described, connecting the noun '23' with the subject.
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E eu não me lembro de um céu tão lindo como esse, amor
➔ The comparison 'tão lindo como esse' uses the word 'tão' (so) + adjective + 'como' (like) to make a simile.
➔ 'Tão' means 'so' or 'such', intensifying the adjective, and 'como' means 'like', used for comparisons.
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E se é errado Eu erro outra vez
➔ The conditional 'se' ('if') introduces a hypothetical or uncertain situation.
➔ 'Se' is used to introduce a condition; the verb following it is usually in a subjunctive or indicative mood depending on the context.
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Eu só lembro de você
➔ The structure 'de você' shows the preposition 'de' (of/about) with the pronoun 'você' (you).
➔ 'De' indicates possession or relation, and together with 'você', it means 'of/about you'.
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Eu tiro sua roupa e você minha paz
➔ The verb 'tirar' (to take off) is used here in the present tense to describe an action.
➔ The verb 'tirar' means 'to take off' or 'to remove', indicating an action related to clothing or emotions.
Album: Manu
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