B1 Idiom Informal

Estar de butuca.

To watch carefully.

Meaning

To observe attentively, often with a hidden or cautious intent.

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Cultural Background

Very common in informal speech, especially in urban areas.

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Context is key

Only use this with friends.

Meaning

To observe attentively, often with a hidden or cautious intent.

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Context is key

Only use this with friends.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct verb.

Eu ______ de butuca na porta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: estou

Use 'estar' for temporary states.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct verb. Fill Blank B1

Eu ______ de butuca na porta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: estou

Use 'estar' for temporary states.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is too informal.

Related Phrases

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Ficar de olho

synonym

To keep an eye on

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