A1 Idiom Neutral

Dar o braço a torcer.

Give in.

Meaning

To admit defeat or change one's opinion.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, this is often used in family arguments to signal that the 'peace' has been restored. Used similarly, though sometimes with a slightly more formal tone in professional settings.

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Focus on the 'a'

Always remember the preposition 'a'. It's the most common mistake.

Meaning

To admit defeat or change one's opinion.

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Focus on the 'a'

Always remember the preposition 'a'. It's the most common mistake.

Test Yourself

Complete the phrase.

Ele é muito orgulhoso, nunca quer dar o braço ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a torcer

The idiom requires the preposition 'a'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Ele é muito orgulhoso, nunca quer dar o braço ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a torcer

The idiom requires the preposition 'a'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is professional enough for most workplaces.

Related Phrases

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Engolir o orgulho

synonym

To swallow one's pride

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