Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the melodic world of Rita Rocha's "Capicuas" and discover the beauty of the Portuguese language. This emotional ballad offers a unique opportunity to learn Portuguese through its poignant lyrics, which explore themes of searching for meaning and connection in life's small signs. The song's introspective narrative and relatable emotions make it a perfect gateway to understanding contemporary Portuguese music and the cultural nuances of its lyrical storytelling. Listen closely to Rita Rocha's expressive voice and the delicate melodies to truly appreciate what makes this song special.
Key Vocabulary
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prometeste /pɾo.meˈteʃ.tɨ/ B1 |
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esperar /es.peˈɾaɾ/ A2 |
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desculpa /desˈkul.pɐ/ A2 |
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foto /ˈfotu/ A1 |
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casa /ˈkaza/ A1 |
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dizer /diˈzeɾ/ A2 |
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usar /uˈzaɾ/ A2 |
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sentir /sẽˈtiɾ/ B1 |
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desejo /deˈzeʒu/ B1 |
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palavra /pɐˈlavɾɐ/ A1 |
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verdade /veʁˈdaðɨ/ B1 |
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mundo /ˈmũdu/ A1 |
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tempo /ˈtẽpu/ A2 |
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falar /faˈlaʁ/ A2 |
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aparecer /apaɾeˈseʁ/ B1 |
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mau /mau/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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São 20:20 onde é que estás?
➔ Use of the present tense of 'ser' (São) indicating time.
➔ 'São' is the present tense form of the verb 'ser' (to be) used here to tell the current time.
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Mostrei-te o que não mostrava
➔ Use of the imperfect indicative verb 'mostrava' to indicate ongoing or repeated past action.
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Diz-me o que é que eu não fiz
➔ Use of the present subjunctive 'é que' to introduce indirect questions or emphasis.
➔ 'É que' is a phrase used to introduce an explanation or a question emphasizing the subject.
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Nunca prometemos nada um ao outro
➔ Use of the perfect indicative 'prometemos' to describe a completed action, with 'nunca' indicating negation.
➔ 'Prometemos' is the first person plural of 'prometer' in the present indicative, indicating 'we promise' or 'we promised'.
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Ela foi tão usada que só merece um fim
➔ Use of the preterite 'foi' of 'ser' indicating a completed state in the past, and the subjunctive 'mereça' to express a desire or recommendation.
➔ 'Foi' is the third person singular of 'ser' in the preterite indicative, showing a completed state in the past. 'Mereça' is the present subjunctive of 'merecer', used here to express a subjective action like deserving or recommendation.
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Que só quero ignorar
➔ Use of the present tense 'quero' from 'querer' to express a current desire, combined with 'só' for emphasis.
➔ 'Quero' is the first person singular of 'querer' (to want), expressing a present desire. 'Só' emphasizes that the speaker's wish is exclusive or particular.
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E à pessoa à tua esquerda
➔ Use of the preposition 'à' with the definite article 'a' to specify 'the person on your left'.
➔ 'À' is a preposition in Portuguese used with the definite article 'a' to indicate direction or location; here, it points to 'the person on your left'.
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