Lyrics & Translation
Immerse yourself in the heart of Brazilian sertanejo music with Sérgio Reis's "O Menino da Porteira." This beloved song offers a vivid glimpse into rural Brazilian culture, touching on themes of simple kindness, fleeting encounters, and the enduring power of memory. By exploring its narrative and emotional depth, you can connect with the storytelling traditions of Brazil and appreciate the rich tapestry of its music.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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menino /meˈninu/ A1 |
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porteira /poʁˈteɪɾɐ/ A2 |
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cavalo /kaˈvalu/ A2 |
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berrante /beˈʁɐ̃tʃi/ B1 |
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boiada /boiˈadɐ/ B1 |
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espinho /esˈpiɲu/ B2 |
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razão /ʁaˈzɐ̃w/ B2 |
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imagem /iˈmaʒẽ/ B2 |
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mensagem /mẽˈsaʒẽ/ B2 |
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juramento /ʒuɾɐˈmẽtu/ C1 |
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coração /koɾaˈsɐ̃w/ C1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Toda vez que eu viajava pela estrada de Ouro Fino
➔ Subordinate clause with "que" (that) to introduce purpose or condition.
➔ The phrase "que eu viajava" is a subordinate clause indicating the action taking place under a certain condition or time.
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Quando a boiada passava e a poeira ia baixando
➔ Consecutive actions using the imperfect tense to describe ongoing past events.
➔ The verbs "passava" and "ia baixando" are in the imperfect tense, indicating habitual or ongoing actions in the past.
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Ví uma mulher chorando, quis saber qual a razão
➔ Use of the perfect tense "ví" (I saw) and the compound verb "quis saber" (wanted to know).
➔ "Ví" is the simple past of "ver" (to see), and "quis saber" is a compound verb formed with "querer" (to want) + "saber" (to know), both in the past tense.
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Nem que o meu gado estoure, que eu precise ir atrás
➔ Use of the subjunctive mood with "que" to express hypothetical or uncertain conditions.
➔ The phrases "estoure" and "precise ir" are in the present subjunctive, indicating hypothetical or uncertain future actions.
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Neste pedaço de chão berrante eu não toco mais
➔ Use of the negative form "não" with the present indicative verb "toco" to express cessation or refusal.
➔ The phrase "não toco mais" combines "não" (not) with "toco" (I play/touch), indicating that the speaker no longer performs the action.
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