Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a fantastic journey, and Jão's “A Rua” is a perfect starting point for diving into Brazilian Portuguese. The song's lyrics are repetitive and poetic, making it easier to pick up new vocabulary and phrases related to feelings of freedom, youth, and the urban landscape. What makes this song special is its powerful and positive reinterpretation of the street as a place of safety and community, offering a unique cultural insight wrapped in an infectious and energetic pop sound.
Key Vocabulary
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noite /ˈnoj.t͡ʃi/ A1 |
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vida /ˈvi.dɐ/ A1 |
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lua /ˈlu.ɐ/ A1 |
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cheiro /ˈʃej.ɾu/ A2 |
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sorriso /soˈʁi.su/ A2 |
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luz /ˈluʃ/ A1 |
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dia /ˈd͡ʒi.ɐ/ A1 |
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mãe /ˈmɐ̃j̃/ A1 |
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perigo /peˈɾi.ɡu/ B1 |
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rua /ˈʁu.ɐ/ A1 |
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filhos /ˈfi.ʎus/ A2 |
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abraça /aˈbɾa.sɐ/ B1 |
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indecisão /ĩ.de.siˈzɐ̃w̃/ B2 |
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prisão /pɾiˈzɐ̃w̃/ B1 |
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proteger /pɾo.teˈʒeɾ/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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