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Proverb
Neutral
Meaning
It is good to be patient and wait calmly.
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Cultural Background
In Brazil, this is often used to cope with the 'jeitinho' or long lines in banks. Used in a more stoic sense, reflecting the traditional Portuguese value of endurance.
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Gender agreement
Always check if the noun is feminine before choosing the article.
Meaning
It is good to be patient and wait calmly.
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Gender agreement
Always check if the noun is feminine before choosing the article.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing article.
A paciência é ___ virtude.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: uma
Virtude is feminine, so we use 'uma'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Fill in the missing article.
Fill Blank
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A paciência é ___ virtude.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: uma
Virtude is feminine, so we use 'uma'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it shows you are calm under pressure.
Related Phrases
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Quem espera sempre alcança
similarHe who waits always achieves.
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