Meaning
An informal and enthusiastic way to say 'let's go'.
Cultural Background
Bora is the heartbeat of Brazilian social life. It represents the 'jeitinho' and the spontaneous nature of the culture. Bora is rarely used. It is seen as a 'Brazilianism'. Use 'Vamos' instead to sound more natural in Lisbon. Angolan Portuguese is influenced by Brazilian media, so 'Bora' is understood and occasionally used, but 'Vamos' remains the standard. Similar to Angola, 'Bora' is recognized but less common than in Brazil.
Use it for energy
Don't just say it; say it with enthusiasm! It's a high-energy word.
Avoid in formal settings
Using 'Bora' in a job interview will likely be seen as unprofessional.
Meaning
An informal and enthusiastic way to say 'let's go'.
Use it for energy
Don't just say it; say it with enthusiasm! It's a high-energy word.
Avoid in formal settings
Using 'Bora' in a job interview will likely be seen as unprofessional.
Brazilian identity
Using 'Bora' will make you sound much more like a native Brazilian speaker.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
____, a gente vai se atrasar!
Bora is the most natural, informal way to urge someone to leave.
Which sentence is appropriate for a business meeting?
Which of these is the best way to start a meeting?
Bora is too informal for a business meeting.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Quer ir ao cinema? B: ____!
Bora is a perfect, enthusiastic affirmative response.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises____, a gente vai se atrasar!
Bora is the most natural, informal way to urge someone to leave.
Which of these is the best way to start a meeting?
Bora is too informal for a business meeting.
A: Quer ir ao cinema? B: ____!
Bora is a perfect, enthusiastic affirmative response.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsIt is understood, but it sounds very Brazilian. Use 'Vamos' to blend in.
No, it is an invariant interjection. It does not change.
Bora is informal and enthusiastic; Vamos is neutral and works everywhere.
Related Phrases
Vamos
synonymLet's go
Partiu
similarI'm off
Bora lá
builds onLet's go then
Bora nessa
builds onLet's do this
