B2 Expression Neutral

Estar por conta própria

Be on one's own

Meaning

To be independent and responsible for oneself, usually financially or personally.

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Cultural Background

Independence is often celebrated as a major milestone.

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Preposition check

Always use 'por'.

Meaning

To be independent and responsible for oneself, usually financially or personally.

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Preposition check

Always use 'por'.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Desde que saí de casa, estou _________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: por conta própria

The correct preposition is 'por'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank B1

Desde que saí de casa, estou _________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: por conta própria

The correct preposition is 'por'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, 'trabalhar por conta própria' means freelance.

Related Phrases

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Viver a vida

similar

To live life

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