C1
Expression
Informal
Meaning
To act discreetly, avoiding anything that might attract unwanted notice.
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Cultural Background
The phrase is used everywhere from Rio to São Paulo.
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Context is key
Only use this with friends.
Meaning
To act discreetly, avoiding anything that might attract unwanted notice.
💡
Context is key
Only use this with friends.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Se você quer esconder o presente, ____.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: não dê bandeira
It is the correct idiomatic expression for being discreet.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Complete the sentence.
Fill Blank
B1
Se você quer esconder o presente, ____.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: não dê bandeira
It is the correct idiomatic expression for being discreet.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too informal.
Related Phrases
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Ficar na moita
synonymTo stay hidden.
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