Não Dá – Bilingual Lyrics Portuguese/English
Lyrics & Translation
Embark on a captivating journey into the Portuguese language and culture through D.A.M.A's hit song, "Não Dá." This emotionally resonant track, blending pop and hip-hop, offers a unique opportunity to grasp authentic expressions related to love, longing, and the challenges of communication. Its relatable themes and clear lyrical delivery make it an excellent song for language learners to connect with genuine Portuguese sentiments and vocabulary, enhancing both linguistic skills and cultural understanding.
Key Vocabulary
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começo /kõˈsɛu/ B1 |
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difícil /dʒiˈfi.siw/ B1 |
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tempo /ˈtẽ.pu/ A2 |
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perco /pɨˈsɛ.u/ B2 |
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sorriso /soˈʁi.zʊ/ A2 |
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abraços /aˈbɾa.sus/ A2 |
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desenho /dɨˈʃẽu/ B2 |
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desajeitado /d͡ʒi.zɐ.ʒiˈtaðu/ C1 |
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troco /ˈtɾɔ.ku/ A2 |
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dá /ˈda/ A1 |
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querer /kɨˈɾeɾ/ A2 |
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você /voˈse/ A1 |
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olhos /ˈʎuʎʊs/ A2 |
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game /ɡeɪm/ A1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Eu nem sei como começo
➔ Use of the subjunctive mood with 'como' in a question form
➔ 'como' introduces a hypothetical or uncertain question about how to start
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Fica tão difícil para mim
➔ Use of the verb 'ficar' to indicate a change of state or feeling
➔ 'ficar' is used here to describe becoming difficult or a situation that changes
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Perguntas porque estou assim
➔ Use of 'porque' to introduce a reason or cause
➔ 'porque' explains the reason for the speaker's feeling or situation
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Que o tempo pára ao ver-te acordar
➔ Use of the present subjunctive 'pára' after 'que' in a poetic expression
➔ 'pára' (from 'parar') is in the subjunctive mood, expressing a desired or poetic state
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Eu penso em ti todos os dias
➔ Use of the present indicative 'penso' to express a habitual action
➔ 'penso' is in the present indicative, showing ongoing or habitual thought
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Tens o meu mundo nos teus olhos
➔ Use of the verb 'ter' in the present tense 'tens' to express possession
➔ 'tens' is the second person singular form of 'ter', indicating possession
Album: Dá-me um Segundo
Same Singer
Às Vezes
D.A.M.A
Eu Sei
D.A.M.A
Não Dá
D.A.M.A, Francisco Maria Pereira (Kasha), Miguel Cristovinho, Miguel Coimbra
Calma
D.A.M.A
Era Eu
D.A.M.A
Pensa Bem
D.A.M.A, ProfJam
Oquelávai
D.A.M.A
Tudo Sobre Nós
D.A.M.A
Tento
D.A.M.A
Ela
D.A.M.A
Coisas Normais
D.A.M.A
Coisas Normais
D.A.M.A, Carolina Deslandes
Tempo para Quê
D.A.M.A, Player
D.A.M.A - 2021
D.A.M.A
Loucamente
D.A.M.A, Los Romeros
112
ÁTOA, D.A.M.A
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