Meaning
To take a leisurely trip by car.
Cultural Background
Driving is a major social activity. 'Dar um rolê' is a very common slang variation. People often say 'dar uma volta' to mean a walk or a drive, context clarifies.
Use the diminutive
Saying 'dar uma voltinha de carro' sounds very friendly and native.
Don't use for work
Never say you are 'dando um passeio' to a meeting; it sounds like you are slacking off.
Meaning
To take a leisurely trip by car.
Use the diminutive
Saying 'dar uma voltinha de carro' sounds very friendly and native.
Don't use for work
Never say you are 'dando um passeio' to a meeting; it sounds like you are slacking off.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct verb.
Eu vou ____ um passeio de carro.
The idiom is 'dar um passeio'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEu vou ____ um passeio de carro.
The idiom is 'dar um passeio'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is specific to cars.
No, it is neutral/casual.
Related Phrases
Dar uma volta
synonymTo take a walk or a turn.
Dar um rolê
similarTo hang out/go for a ride.