Meaning
For no particular reason; without much cause.
Cultural Background
Used frequently in family settings to describe children or teenagers. Often used in workplace gossip to describe a difficult colleague. Used in social contexts to describe someone who is 'too much' or overly dramatic. Used to characterize someone who is easily provoked.
Use it with verbs
Always pair it with a verb like 'reclamar', 'brigar', or 'chatear'.
Meaning
For no particular reason; without much cause.
Use it with verbs
Always pair it with a verb like 'reclamar', 'brigar', or 'chatear'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
Ele é muito sensível, ele chateia-se ________.
The idiomatic expression is 'por tudo e por nada'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEle é muito sensível, ele chateia-se ________.
The idiomatic expression is 'por tudo e por nada'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too informal and could be seen as unprofessional.
Related Phrases
Fazer tempestade em copo d'água
similarTo make a storm in a glass of water
