Learn Portuguese Portuguese Culture and Customs 2

Question 1

What does 'obrigado/obrigada' mean and when should a US learner use each form?

Accepted Answer

Thank you — 'obrigado' for men speaking, 'obrigada' for women speaking

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Thank you — either form works for anyone

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Thank you — 'obrigado' for male recipients, 'obrigada' for female recipients

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Excuse me

Question 2

Which hand gesture is considered rude or vulgar in Brazil and should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

The 'okay' circle sign (index finger and thumb touching)

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The thumbs up

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Waving hello

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Pointing with the index finger

Question 3

What is the cultural significance of 'Dia de Nossa Senhora Aparecida' in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

It is Brazil's national Catholic holiday honoring the patron saint

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It is Brazil's independence day

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It is a harvest festival

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It is a day to honor the dead

Question 4

In Portugal and Brazil, what does 'bom dia' literally translate to?

Accepted Answer

Good day / Good morning

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Good night

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Hello

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Good afternoon

Question 5

What is 'capoeira,' a word commonly encountered when learning about Brazilian culture?

Accepted Answer

A Brazilian martial art combining dance and acrobatics

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A traditional dance from Bahia

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A type of Brazilian street food

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A samba music subgenre

Question 6

What is the significance of the Portuguese expression 'Boa sorte'?

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It means 'Good luck'

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It means 'Take care'

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It means 'See you later'

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It means 'You're welcome'