Significado
If you actively look for something, you will eventually find it.
Contexto cultural
In Brazil, this is often used in informal settings to encourage friends. It is a very common, lighthearted way to motivate someone. In Portugal, it is also widely used but can sometimes be applied in slightly more formal or traditional contexts as a piece of life wisdom. It is a universally understood proverb across all Portuguese-speaking countries, from Angola to Brazil.
Use it for motivation
This is a great phrase to use when you want to encourage a friend who is feeling stuck.
Don't overthink it
It's a very simple proverb. Don't try to change the words or the tense.
Significado
If you actively look for something, you will eventually find it.
Use it for motivation
This is a great phrase to use when you want to encourage a friend who is feeling stuck.
Don't overthink it
It's a very simple proverb. Don't try to change the words or the tense.
It's a classic
Every native speaker knows this. Using it will make you sound very natural.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb.
Quem procura, ______.
The proverb is fixed as 'Quem procura, acha'.
Which sentence uses the proverb correctly?
Choose the best option.
This is the standard, fixed form of the proverb.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Não acho meu livro. B: ________.
This is the most natural response to encourage someone looking for an item.
When would you say this?
A friend is discouraged about finding a new job.
This proverb is perfect for encouraging someone during a job search.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosQuem procura, ______.
The proverb is fixed as 'Quem procura, acha'.
Choose the best option.
This is the standard, fixed form of the proverb.
A: Não acho meu livro. B: ________.
This is the most natural response to encourage someone looking for an item.
A friend is discouraged about finding a new job.
This proverb is perfect for encouraging someone during a job search.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasYes, it shows you are proactive. You could say, 'Eu acredito que quem procura, acha, por isso estou aqui.'
No, it is often used for abstract things like jobs, solutions, or opportunities.
It is understandable, but 'acha' is the traditional proverb form.
It is neutral. It works in almost any situation.
Then the proverb is just a piece of advice, not a guarantee of immediate success!
Yes, 'Quem busca, acha' is the most common variation.
It sounds like 'AH-sha', with the 'sh' sound from 'shoe'.
Yes, it is common in all Portuguese-speaking countries.
Frases relacionadas
Correr atrás
similarTo chase after something.
Quem não arrisca, não petisca
similarNothing ventured, nothing gained.
A união faz a força
contrastUnity makes strength.
