A2 Expression Informal

De qualquer jeito.

Anyway. / In any way.

Meaning

Similar to 'de qualquer forma,' meaning 'regardless of the method'.

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Cultural Background

The 'jeitinho brasileiro' is a cultural concept of finding creative, often informal solutions. 'De qualquer jeito' is the linguistic manifestation of this. European Portuguese speakers prefer 'de qualquer maneira' or 'de qualquer modo'. 'Jeito' is less common in this context. Using this phrase in a professional setting can be seen as a sign of low engagement or lack of respect for the task. It is frequently used in memes or casual comments to express 'whatever' or 'I don't care'.

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Invariable

Remember, 'de qualquer jeito' never changes. Don't add an 's'!

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Register Check

Avoid this in job interviews unless you want to sound like you don't care about the job.

Meaning

Similar to 'de qualquer forma,' meaning 'regardless of the method'.

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Invariable

Remember, 'de qualquer jeito' never changes. Don't add an 's'!

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Register Check

Avoid this in job interviews unless you want to sound like you don't care about the job.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.

Ele não estudou nada e fez a prova ________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: de qualquer jeito

The phrase is invariable.

Which sentence is more appropriate for a formal email?

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Fiz o relatório de qualquer forma.

'De qualquer forma' is more professional.

Match the phrase to its meaning.

Match 'de qualquer jeito' to its best English equivalent.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Carelessly

It often implies a lack of care.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

3 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase. Fill Blank A2

Ele não estudou nada e fez a prova ________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: de qualquer jeito

The phrase is invariable.

Which sentence is more appropriate for a formal email? Choose B1

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Fiz o relatório de qualquer forma.

'De qualquer forma' is more professional.

Match the phrase to its meaning. Match A2

Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Carelessly

It often implies a lack of care.

🎉 Score: /3

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Yes, but 'de qualquer forma' is better for formal transitions.

Not offensive, but it can be dismissive.

Related Phrases

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De qualquer forma

synonym

Anyway/In any way

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De qualquer maneira

synonym

Anyway/In any way

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Dar um jeito

builds on

To find a way/solution

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De todo jeito

similar

In every way/Anyway

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