Lyrics & Translation
Discover the captivating world of Mallu Magalhães's "Pé de Elefante." This song, from her album "Esperança," offers a blend of MPB, indie, and folk influences, inviting listeners to explore themes of confident self-discovery and embracing life's adventures. Through its evocative lyrics and memorable melody, "Pé de Elefante" provides a unique opportunity to connect with Brazilian music and its expressive storytelling.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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elefante /e.le.'fɐ̃.tʃi/ A2 |
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coração /ko.ɾa.'sɐ̃w/ A2 |
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tempo /'tẽ.pu/ A2 |
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caminho /ka.'mi.ɲu/ A2 |
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louco /'lo.u.ku/ B1 |
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verdade /veʁ.'da.dʒi/ B1 |
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dúvida /'du.vi.dɐ/ B1 |
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vida /'vi.dɐ/ A1 |
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sorte /'soʁ.tʃi/ B1 |
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pegadas /pe.'ɡa.dɐs/ B2 |
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cilada /si.'la.dɐ/ B2 |
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briga /'bɾi.ɡɐ/ B1 |
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pronto /'pɾõ.tu/ A2 |
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alto /'al.tu/ A2 |
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falar /fa.'laʁ/ A1 |
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seguir /se.'ɡiʁ/ A2 |
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dizer /d͡ʒi.'zeʁ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Há quem diga que eu ainda tenho tempo
➔ Present subjunctive used in indirect speech.
➔ The phrase "Há quem diga" translates to "There are those who say," indicating a subjective opinion.
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Mas não é tempo que me falta
➔ Negative construction with emphasis on the subject.
➔ The phrase "não é tempo que me falta" translates to "it is not time that I lack," emphasizing the absence of time.
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Eu sou metade totalmente louco
➔ Use of 'sou' for identity and description.
➔ The phrase "Eu sou" means "I am," indicating a state of being or identity.
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Voltas da vida deixam as pegadas
➔ Metaphorical language to express life experiences.
➔ The phrase "Voltas da vida" translates to "turns of life," suggesting the ups and downs one experiences.
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