Lyrics & Translation
Discover the nuances of Portuguese through Rita Rocha's poignant song, 'Mais ou Menos Isto.' This track offers a glimpse into the emotional landscape of love and heartbreak, using relatable lyrics and a catchy melody to explore the complexities of relationships. Dive in to learn how language can express the most tender and confusing human experiences.
Key Vocabulary
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aconteceu /akõteˈseu/ B1 |
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explicar /ɛʃpliˈkaʁ/ A2 |
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notar /noˈtaʁ/ A2 |
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conversa /kõˈvɛʁsɐ/ A2 |
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falar /faˈlaʁ/ A1 |
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esconder /iʃkõˈdeʁ/ B1 |
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apaixonada /apaɪʃoˈnada/ B1 |
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dizer /diˈzeʁ/ A2 |
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chorar /ʃoˈɾaʁ/ A1 |
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sonho /ˈsõɲu/ A2 |
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beijo /ˈbeɪʒu/ A1 |
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mãe /mɐ̃j/ A1 |
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gostar /ɡoˈstaʁ/ A1 |
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calada /kaˈlaðɐ/ B1 |
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esperar /ɛspeˈɾaʁ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Não sei como é que isto aconteceu
➔ Present tense for expressing uncertainty.
➔ The phrase "Não sei" means "I don't know", indicating uncertainty.
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Afinal não sei se gosto, se é pra mim
➔ Use of conditional clauses to express doubt.
➔ The phrase "se gosto, se é pra mim" indicates uncertainty about feelings.
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Escondo-me pra não me veres chorar
➔ Reflexive verbs to indicate actions done to oneself.
➔ The phrase "Escondo-me" means "I hide myself", indicating a personal action.
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O que não começa, não acaba
➔ Proverbs to convey wisdom or truth.
➔ The phrase "O que não começa, não acaba" suggests that without initiation, there can be no conclusion.
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