B1 Expression Informal

Pode crer.

You bet. / Believe it.

Significado

An informal expression of strong agreement or affirmation.

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Contexto cultural

It is the most common way to show agreement in casual speech. Used frequently in 'Carioca' dialect to emphasize agreement. Commonly used in the urban sprawl of SP to confirm plans. It is a staple of youth slang, often combined with other terms.

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Listen to the rhythm

Pay attention to how Brazilians say it quickly. It's almost one word.

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Don't use it at work

It's a great way to bond with friends, but keep it out of the office.

Significado

An informal expression of strong agreement or affirmation.

💡

Listen to the rhythm

Pay attention to how Brazilians say it quickly. It's almost one word.

💬

Don't use it at work

It's a great way to bond with friends, but keep it out of the office.

Ponte a prueba

Complete the dialogue with the correct expression.

— Esse lugar é incrível! — _____, eu adorei!

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

'Pode crer' is the correct informal expression for agreement.

Which of these is the most appropriate context for 'Pode crer'?

Choose the best situation:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: A chat with a close friend

'Pode crer' is strictly informal.

Complete the conversation.

— Acho que vai chover. — _____, o céu está muito escuro.

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

The speaker is agreeing with the observation.

Match the phrase to the correct register.

Match 'Pode crer' to its register:

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

'Pode crer' is a casual slang expression.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Ayudas visuales

Banco de ejercicios

4 ejercicios
Complete the dialogue with the correct expression. Fill Blank A1

— Esse lugar é incrível! — _____, eu adorei!

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

'Pode crer' is the correct informal expression for agreement.

Which of these is the most appropriate context for 'Pode crer'? Choose B1

Choose the best situation:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: A chat with a close friend

'Pode crer' is strictly informal.

Complete the conversation. dialogue_completion B1

— Acho que vai chover. — _____, o céu está muito escuro.

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

The speaker is agreeing with the observation.

Match the phrase to the correct register. situation_matching A2

Match 'Pode crer' to its register:

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

'Pode crer' is a casual slang expression.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

It is understood, but it sounds very Brazilian. Use 'Com certeza' instead.

No, it's very friendly, but it is informal.

No, it is too informal for a teacher.

'Com certeza' is neutral/formal; 'Pode crer' is slang.

No, it is an invariant expression.

Yes, it is very common in texting.

Mostly, yes. It confirms what the other person said.

Better to avoid it until you know them better.

Never.

Yes, like 'Pode crer, mano'.

Frases relacionadas

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Com certeza

synonym

Certainly

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Demorou

similar

Let's do it

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Fechou

similar

It's a deal

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Pois é

similar

That's right

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