A1 Proverb Neutral

Quem tem boca vai a Roma.

Who has a mouth goes to Rome.

Meaning

If you ask, you can find your way anywhere.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, this is used very casually to encourage people to be less shy in social situations. In Portugal, it is often used in the context of travel or finding specific locations.

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Don't overthink it

It's a very common, simple proverb. Use it to sound more natural.

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Don't use it for serious problems

It's for simple directions or basic info, not for complex life crises.

Meaning

If you ask, you can find your way anywhere.

💡

Don't overthink it

It's a very common, simple proverb. Use it to sound more natural.

⚠️

Don't use it for serious problems

It's for simple directions or basic info, not for complex life crises.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

Quem tem boca vai a ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Roma

The proverb specifically mentions Rome.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Quem tem boca vai a ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Roma

The proverb specifically mentions Rome.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

No, it's a metaphor.

Only if you are being asked about your problem-solving skills.

Related Phrases

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Quem pergunta não erra

similar

He who asks doesn't make mistakes.

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Onde Judas perdeu as botas

contrast

In the middle of nowhere.

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