Language/Indo-portuguese/Vocabulary/Express-Surprise
Hi Indo-Portuguese learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn how to express surprise in Indo-Portuguese. Surprise is an emotion that we all experience, and it's always fun to learn how to express it in a different language. This can also deepen your cultural understanding of the language.
Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Food & Count to 10.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some Indo-Portuguese expressions to use when you want to express surprise:
| Indo-Portuguese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Uau! | ['waw] | Wow! |
| Isso é incrível! | ['isu ɛ̃kri'vɛw] | That's incredible! |
| Nossa! | ['nɔsə] | Oh my god! |
| Não acredito! | [nɐ̃w akɾɛ'ditu] | I can't believe it! |
| Caramba! | [kɐ'ɾãbɐ] | Wow! |
| Que surpresa! | [ki suɾ'pɾɛzɐ] | What a surprise! |
| Meu Deus! | [mevw 'deus] | Oh my god! |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here's a dialogue between two friends expressing surprise:
- Helena: Uau! Você viu o tamanho daquele bolo? (Wow! Did you see the size of that cake?)
- Ana: Sim! Isso é incrível! (Yes! That's incredible!)
- Helena: Não acredito! Vamos comer uma fatia agora mesmo! (I can't believe it! Let's have a slice right now!)
- Ana: Que surpresa! Esse bolo deve estar delicioso! (What a surprise! This cake must be delicious!)
- Helena: Meu Deus! É o melhor bolo que já comi na vida! (Oh my god! It's the best cake I've ever had!)
- Ana: Caramba! Devemos pedir a receita para tentar fazer em casa. (Wow! We should ask for the recipe and try to make it at home.)
Interesting facts[edit | edit source]
- In Brazil, it's common to express surprise with the word "uau" (wow). It's a popular expression used not only to express surprise, but also admiration and excitement.
- In Portugal, people say "nossa" or "meu Deus" (oh my god) when they're surprised or shocked. These expressions can also be used when someone is impressed or outraged.
- The Indo-Portuguese language is a creole language that emerged in the period of Portuguese colonization in India. It is spoken mainly in the Indian state of Goa and in the cities of Daman and Diu.
- Indo-Portuguese has a rich cultural history, with influences from Portuguese, Indian, and African cultures. Many Indo-Portuguese traditions, such as music and cuisine, are still practiced today.
- To improve your Indo-Portuguese vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
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