Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a powerful and emotive experience, and Paulo Gonzo's "Diz Que Sim" is a perfect example. This song offers a chance to learn heartfelt expressions of apology and longing in Portuguese. Its clear and emotional lyrics make it easier for learners to connect with the language on a deeper level and understand the nuances of expressing vulnerability and hope.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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liguei /liˈgɛj/ (Portuguese) B1 |
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dizer /diˈzeɾ/ A2 |
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atento /aˈtẽtu/ B1 |
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poder /poˈdeɾ/ A2 |
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saudade /sawˈdað(ɐ)/ B2 |
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esperar /ɛs.peˈɾaɾ/ A2 |
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querer /keˈɾeɾ/ A2 |
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sem querer /sẽ wəˈɾeɾ/ B1 |
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esperar /ɛs.peˈɾaɾ/ A2 |
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querer /keˈɾeɾ/ A2 |
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haja /ˈaʒɐ/ B2 |
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fazer /faˈzeɾ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Se nos voltarmos a cruzar
➔ Subjunctive mood + reflexive pronoun + verb in the infinitive
➔ "Se" introduces a hypothetical or uncertain condition, often used with the subjunctive.
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Vou estar sempre aqui
➔ Futuro do presente + verbo de estado (estar) + advérbio de frequência
➔ "Vou estar" expresses a definite future intention or commitment.
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Que posso ligar
➔ Complement clause + modal verb (posso) + infinitive verb
➔ "Que posso ligar" functions as a noun clause, with "posso" as the modal verb indicating ability or permission.
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Diz que sim
➔ Imperative form or subjunctive mood + que + verb (diz)
➔ Use of the imperative or subjunctive mood to express a command or suggestion, with "que" linking the verb and the following phrase.
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Vou estar sempre aqui
➔ Futuro do presente + verbo de estado (estar) + advérbio de frequência
➔ "Vou estar" indicates a definitive future presence or commitment.
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Haja o que houver
➔ Subjunctive mood + phrase indicating condition (houver)
➔ Uses the subjunctive mood to express an indefinite or hypothetical condition, emphasizing persistence regardless of circumstances.
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Eu estarei perto de ti
➔ Futuro do presente + verbo de estado (estar) + preposição de lugar
➔ "Estarei perto de ti" signifies a future commitment to be close or supportive.
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