Bedeutung
To take something seriously and be deeply affected by it.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Brazil, 'tomar a peito' is often replaced by 'levar pro pessoal' in casual speech, especially when talking about being offended. However, in professional settings, 'tomar a peito' remains the mark of a high-level speaker. Portuguese people value 'entrega' (delivery/dedication). Taking a task 'a peito' is seen as a noble trait of a 'trabalhador sério'. In Angolan Portuguese, the phrase is used similarly to Portugal, often appearing in political discourse to show a leader's commitment to the people. The phrase is used in formal education and media to encourage students and citizens to embrace their responsibilities.
The 'Negative' Power
Use 'Não tome a peito' as a magic phrase to soften any criticism you give to a Portuguese speaker.
Don't over-pluralize
Never say 'tomar aos peitos'. It's always singular 'peito'.
Bedeutung
To take something seriously and be deeply affected by it.
The 'Negative' Power
Use 'Não tome a peito' as a magic phrase to soften any criticism you give to a Portuguese speaker.
Don't over-pluralize
Never say 'tomar aos peitos'. It's always singular 'peito'.
Brazilian vs Portuguese
In Brazil, 'levar pro pessoal' is more common in bars; 'tomar a peito' is more common in boardrooms.
Teste dich selbst
Preencha a lacuna com a forma correta da expressão.
Ela é muito sensível e ________ tudo a peito.
The subject is 'Ela' (3rd person singular), so the verb 'tomar' must be 'toma'.
Qual frase usa a expressão corretamente no sentido de 'dedicação'?
Escolha a opção correta:
Option B shows a positive, dedicated commitment to a noble cause.
Complete o diálogo de forma natural.
João: 'O chefe criticou o meu relatório na frente de todos.' Maria: 'Não ________, ele só quer que o trabalho seja perfeito.'
Both 'não tomes a peito' and 'não leves a mal' (don't take it badly) fit perfectly in this context.
Combine a situação com a reação correta usando 'tomar a peito'.
Situação: Um voluntário trabalha 15 horas por dia para ajudar vítimas de uma enchente.
This describes intense dedication to a cause.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Tomar a Peito vs. Tomar as Dores
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenEla é muito sensível e ________ tudo a peito.
The subject is 'Ela' (3rd person singular), so the verb 'tomar' must be 'toma'.
Escolha a opção correta:
Option B shows a positive, dedicated commitment to a noble cause.
João: 'O chefe criticou o meu relatório na frente de todos.' Maria: 'Não ________, ele só quer que o trabalho seja perfeito.'
Both 'não tomes a peito' and 'não leves a mal' (don't take it badly) fit perfectly in this context.
Situação: Um voluntário trabalha 15 horas por dia para ajudar vítimas de uma enchente.
This describes intense dedication to a cause.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
14 FragenYes! It's very common to use it for projects or causes you are passionate about.
Yes, they are interchangeable, though 'tomar' is slightly more common in formal writing.
Exactly. It covers both the 'offended' and 'dedicated' aspects of that English phrase.
No, it's usually helpful, but your tone should be kind, not dismissive.
No, 'tomar no peito' sounds like you were physically hit in the chest (e.g., by a ball).
It's considered C1 because of its idiomatic nature and nuanced usage.
Very much so. It describes 'ownership' and 'accountability'.
Yes, 'tomar tudo a peito' is a common way to describe a very sensitive person.
In Brazil, 'levar pro pessoal' is the go-to slang version.
Metaphorically, yes. The 'peito' (chest) represents the heart in this phrase.
Yes, 'Ele tomou a peito' is very common.
Yes, especially in Fado and MPB, where emotional depth is a key theme.
'Ignorar' or 'não dar importância'.
Only if you are an athlete controlling a ball with your chest. Otherwise, no.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Levar a mal
similarTo take something the wrong way / to be offended.
Dar o sangue
builds onTo give one's blood (to work extremely hard).
Vestir a camisa
similarTo wear the shirt (to be loyal to a company/team).
Tomar as dores
confusingTo take someone else's pain/side.
Fazer de coração
similarTo do something from the heart.
