Lyrics & Translation
Explore the nuances of Portuguese through Dengaz and Matay's compelling song, "Dizer Que Não." Delve into themes of love, internal conflict, and the struggle to let go. This song offers a rich linguistic experience, helping you grasp complex emotions and everyday expressions in Portuguese. A great way to learn about Portuguese culture!
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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queria /keˈɾi.ɐ/ A2 |
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dizer /diˈzeʁ/ A2 |
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conseguir /kõseˈɡiʁ/ B1 |
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mudar /muˈdaʁ/ A2 |
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sentir /sẽˈtiʁ/ B1 |
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obrigação /o.bɾi.ɡaˈsɐ̃w/ B2 |
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chance /ʃɐ̃s/ B1 |
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realidade /ʁe.a.liˈda.dʒi/ B2 |
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valor /vaˈloʁ/ B1 |
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história /isˈtɔ.ɾi.ɐ/ B1 |
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coração /ko.ɾaˈsɐ̃w/ B2 |
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fogo /ˈfo.ɡu/ B1 |
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tarde /ˈtaʁ.dʒi/ A2 |
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vão /vɐ̃w/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Eu queria dizer que não
➔ Imperfect subjunctive tense for Desire.
➔ The phrase expresses a *desire* or *intent* that is not realized, using the imperfect subjunctive mood.
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Mas não consigo
➔ Present tense of 'conseguir' with negation to express inability.
➔ The phrase indicates *inability* or *difficulty* in performing an action in the present.
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Se o que temos não for de verdade
➔ Use of the subjunctive mood after 'se' (if) to express hypothetical or uncertain conditions.
➔ The clause introduces a *hypothetical* or *uncertain* condition that affects the main statement.
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Venha o que vier
➔ Use of the subjunctive to express 'whatever happens', implying acceptance of any outcome.
➔ This phrase expresses *acceptance* of any possible outcome, often in a vow or promise.
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Que o amor sem fogo não arde
➔ Use of the subjunctive to express a general truth or philosophical statement.
➔ This phrase states a *truth* or *philosophical idea* about love, often in a poetic or metaphorical way.
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Nem o medo de tu mudares
➔ Negative form with infinitive of 'mudar' to express lack of fear regarding change.
➔ The phrase highlights an absence of *fear* towards *change* or *morphing*.
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Contra tudo e todos
➔ Use of prepositions 'contra' with the noun phrase to mean 'against everything and everyone'.
➔ The phrase indicates *defiance* or *resistance* against everything and all people.
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