در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means you aren't ready to sleep or stop yet.
- Used to extend social gatherings or activities.
- A polite way to say you have more energy.
معنی
This phrase is used to say you aren't quite tired yet. It's the perfect way to tell someone you have a little more energy left for one more activity.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Deciding to stay at a party
Eu vou ficar mais um pouco, não estou bastante cansado.
I'll stay a bit longer, I'm not quite tired.
Continuing a long walk
Podemos andar mais, não estou bastante cansado.
We can walk more, I'm not quite tired.
Finishing a project late
Posso terminar isso hoje, não estou bastante cansado.
I can finish this today, I'm not quite tired.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Brazil, social life is very fluid. Saying you aren't tired is a standard way to keep the night going. Portuguese people might be slightly more direct, but the phrase is still used in informal settings.
Use 'ainda'
Adding 'ainda' makes the phrase sound much more natural.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means you aren't ready to sleep or stop yet.
- Used to extend social gatherings or activities.
- A polite way to say you have more energy.
What It Means
This phrase describes that 'in-between' feeling. You aren't full of energy. But you aren't ready to crash yet either. It literally translates to não bastante cansado. It means you have a bit of fuel left in the tank. Use it when someone asks if you want to stop. It shows you can keep going for a while longer.
How To Use It
Place it after a verb like estar (to be). You can say Estou não bastante cansado. It sounds very natural in conversation. You can also use it as a response. If someone asks if you are sleepy, just say this. It acts as a polite 'not yet'. It keeps the door open for more fun.
When To Use It
You will use this most during social outings. Imagine you are at a nice dinner in Lisbon. Your friends ask if you want to go home. If you want another glass of wine, use this. It works great when traveling too. Use it when your tour guide asks if you need a break. It shows you are a hardy traveler.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use this if you are actually exhausted. Portuguese people value honesty about feelings. If you are truly 'dead', say estou exausto. Also, avoid it in very high-pressure business meetings. In those cases, keep your answers more direct. Using bastante can sometimes sound a bit soft. Use it with friends, not your strict boss.
Cultural Background
Portuguese culture loves long, slow evenings. Dinners often last three hours or more. People don't like to rush to bed. This phrase fits that 'night owl' lifestyle perfectly. It reflects the Mediterranean pace of life. We enjoy the moment until the very last drop of energy. It's a very social way to stay engaged.
Common Variations
You might hear ainda não estou cansado. This means 'I'm not tired yet'. Another one is estou com energia. That means 'I have energy'. But não bastante cansado is more nuanced. It implies you are getting there, but not quite. It's the 'goldilocks' of tiredness expressions.
نکات کاربردی
This is a safe, middle-ground phrase. It isn't slang, but it isn't stiffly formal either. It's perfect for 90% of daily interactions.
Use 'ainda'
Adding 'ainda' makes the phrase sound much more natural.
مثالها
6Eu vou ficar mais um pouco, não estou bastante cansado.
I'll stay a bit longer, I'm not quite tired.
A classic way to extend your night out.
Podemos andar mais, não estou bastante cansado.
We can walk more, I'm not quite tired.
Shows stamina during a tourist activity.
Posso terminar isso hoje, não estou bastante cansado.
I can finish this today, I'm not quite tired.
Shows dedication in a work setting.
Ainda estou acordado, não bastante cansado para dormir.
I'm still awake, not quite tired enough to sleep.
Perfect for late-night WhatsApp chats.
Mãe, só mais cinco minutos! Não estou bastante cansado.
Mom, just five more minutes! I'm not quite tired.
A humorous, relatable struggle for parents.
Apesar da viagem, não estou bastante cansado.
Despite the trip, I'm not quite tired.
Expressing surprising energy after travel.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the sentence.
Eu ___ bastante cansado para dormir.
The phrase requires the negative to mean 'not quite tired enough'.
🎉 امتیاز: /1
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
When to use 'Não bastante cansado'
With close friends at a bar.
Não 'tô bastante cansado, vamos outra!
With colleagues or acquaintances.
Não estou bastante cansado ainda.
In a polite professional setting.
Não me sinto bastante cansado para parar.
Common Scenarios
At a Music Festival
Ready for the next set.
Sightseeing
One more museum visit.
Studying
One more chapter to read.
Late Dinner
Ordering dessert.
بانک تمرین
1 تمرینهاEu ___ bastante cansado para dormir.
The phrase requires the negative to mean 'not quite tired enough'.
🎉 امتیاز: /1
سوالات متداول
1 سوالNo, it's too informal.
عبارات مرتبط
ainda não
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