poxa
/ˈpoʃɐ/
interjection
A2
o (masc.) a (fem.)
Underline = a spelling pattern that usually signals that gender.
Meaning
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gosh, darn
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Poxa, perdi o ônibus!
Darn, I missed the bus!
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Usage notes
A mild, polite-safe exclamation of disappointment used as a substitute for stronger swear words. Safe in any setting.
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