A1 Proverb Neutral

A esmola é boa, quando a gente não a vê.

Charity is good, when you don't see it.

Significado

True generosity is done discreetly, without seeking recognition.

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Contexto cultural

In Brazil, this is often used to criticize the 'influencer' culture of filming acts of charity. In Portugal, it is often used in a more traditional, moralistic sense regarding personal conduct.

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Pronoun placement

Remember that 'a' (her/it) comes before the verb in this proverb.

Significado

True generosity is done discreetly, without seeking recognition.

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Pronoun placement

Remember that 'a' (her/it) comes before the verb in this proverb.

Ponte a prueba

Complete the phrase.

A esmola é boa, quando a gente não ___ vê.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: a

The pronoun 'a' refers back to 'a esmola' (feminine).

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Banco de ejercicios

1 ejercicios
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

A esmola é boa, quando a gente não ___ vê.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: a

The pronoun 'a' refers back to 'a esmola' (feminine).

🎉 Puntuación: /1

Preguntas frecuentes

1 preguntas

No, it is specifically for charity (esmola).

Frases relacionadas

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Fazer o bem sem olhar a quem

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Do good without caring who receives it.

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