Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a powerful and immersive experience, and Ana Moura's 'Mázia' offers a beautiful entry point into the sounds and emotions of Portuguese. The song's heartfelt lyrics, which are a direct address to a loved one, provide a moving context for understanding the language's expressive capabilities. Furthermore, its unique fusion of traditional Portuguese fado with Angolan semba introduces learners to the rich cultural tapestry that influences contemporary Portuguese music.
Key Vocabulary
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Key Grammar Structures
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Vem dançar na roda
➔ Use of the verb "vem" (comes) in the present tense indicating an invitation or command.
➔ "Vem" is a present tense form of "vir" (to come), used here to make an invitation.
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São penas e penas que guardo só p'ra ti
➔ Use of the adjective "penas" (feathers/pains) with "são" (are) in the present tense, expressing a state of being.
➔ "São" is the third person plural of "ser"" (to be), in the present tense, describing a permanent or characteristic state.
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Diz-me o que é que eu faço
➔ Use of the verb "diz" (says/tells) in the present tense with indirect object pronoun "me" to form a question asking for advice.
➔ "Diz" is the third person singular of "dizer" (to say/tell), used here with "me" to form a question.
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Vira Mázia, volta aqui
➔ Imperative mood for commands or invitations using the verbs "vira" (turn) and "volta" (return), indicating direct orders.
➔ "Vira" and "volta" are imperative forms of "virar" (to turn) and "voltar" (to return), used to give direct commands.
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Gira Mázia, volta p'ra mim
➔ Imperative form with "gira" (spin) and "volta" (return) directed at someone, expressing commands or requests.
➔ "Gira" and "volta" are imperative forms of "girar" (to spin) and "voltar" (to return), used here to give direct commands or requests.
Album: Casa Guilhermina

Andorinhas
Ana Moura

Arraial Triste
Ana Moura

Agarra Em Mim
Ana Moura, Pedro Mafama

Mázia
Ana Moura

Desliza
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Andorinhas
Ana Moura

Tens os olhos de Deus
Ana Moura, Pedro Abrunhosa

Arraial Triste
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Agarra Em Mim
Ana Moura, Pedro Mafama

Mázia
Ana Moura

Desliza
Ana Moura

Desfado
Ana Moura

Os Búzios
Ana Moura

O Meu Amor Foi Para o Brasil
Ana Moura

Dia De Folga
Ana Moura
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