Tracey Kathy

In Portuguese, the English phrase ‘landfill’ is translated as aterro sanitário. The term refers to a site where refuse is buried.

In Brazil “stupid” is burro, literally “donkey”.

The Portuguese word for hem is bainha. bainha refers to the border of an article of clothing doubled back and stitched together.

The Portuguese phrase for “go to hell” is vá para o inferno!

The English word bag is translated into Portuguese as sacola, the default form. The term for bag depends on the type of container and the context.

The English phrase ‘cartwheel’ can be translated into Portuguese as estrelinha. The term refers to the gymnastic maneuver.

The Portuguese phrase for “my queen” is minha rainha. minha rainha is used as a term of endearment for a woman whom one loves or admires deeply.

The English phrase ‘enjoy’ can be translated to Portuguese as aproveitar.

The English phrase poker can be translated into Portuguese as pôquer or póquer. The term refers to the card game.

The English phrase ditto can be translated into Portuguese as digo o mesmo.