Meaning
To do something exceptionally well, to be very impressive or flawless in performance.
Cultural Background
The term is inseparable from 'Internet culture'. It reflects the Brazilian tendency to value 'deboche' (mockery) and quick wit in social interactions. This is the 'cradle' of the term. In this community, 'lacrar' is a form of empowerment and resistance against prejudice. The term has become a shibboleth. Using it can signal your political leanings, as it is often associated with progressive 'identity politics'. While Brazilians use it constantly, Portuguese people might find it strange or overly 'Brazilian'. They prefer 'arrasou' or more traditional expressions.
Use with 'Deboche'
The best 'lacradas' are delivered with a hint of irony or 'deboche'. It's not just about being right; it's about being stylishly right.
Know your Audience
Older Brazilians or very conservative people might find the term annoying or offensive due to its political associations.
Meaning
To do something exceptionally well, to be very impressive or flawless in performance.
Use with 'Deboche'
The best 'lacradas' are delivered with a hint of irony or 'deboche'. It's not just about being right; it's about being stylishly right.
Know your Audience
Older Brazilians or very conservative people might find the term annoying or offensive due to its political associations.
The 'Lacre' Event
Sometimes people just say 'Que lacre!' as an exclamation when they see something amazing.
Test Yourself
Escolha a situação mais adequada para usar 'dar uma lacrada'.
Em qual dessas situações o uso da gíria é natural?
'Dar uma lacrada' é usado para elogiar performances ou discursos impactantes.
Complete a frase com a forma correta do verbo 'dar'.
Ontem, ela ____ uma lacrada tão grande no Twitter que o post viralizou.
O contexto pede o pretérito perfeito, pois a ação foi concluída no passado (ontem).
Associe a frase ao seu significado figurativo.
Frase: 'O time deu uma lacrada na final.'
No esporte, 'lacrar' significa uma vitória dominante e impressionante.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesEm qual dessas situações o uso da gíria é natural?
'Dar uma lacrada' é usado para elogiar performances ou discursos impactantes.
Ontem, ela ____ uma lacrada tão grande no Twitter que o post viralizou.
O contexto pede o pretérito perfeito, pois a ação foi concluída no passado (ontem).
Frase: 'O time deu uma lacrada na final.'
No esporte, 'lacrar' significa uma vitória dominante e impressionante.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsNo, anyone can 'lacrar', but the term is very popular in feminine and LGBTQ+ circles.
They will understand you because of Brazilian soaps (novelas), but it's not native to European Portuguese slang.
Someone who 'lacras' a lot. It can be a compliment or a sarcastic insult depending on who is saying it.
Similar, but 'mitar' is more 'bro-culture' and 'lacrar' is more 'diva-culture'.
Yes! 'Dei uma lacrada na prova de matemática' is perfectly fine among students.
Related Phrases
Arrasar
synonymTo do something very well.
Mitar
similarTo act like a 'myth' or legend.
Pisar
similarTo 'step on' someone (metaphorically).
Fechar
builds onTo close/finish with style.
