“Jeez, preula!”

Some expressions are known throughout Brazil, but not everyone knows the correct meaning. You must have heard someone say "Jeez, preula!", Is not it?

This is one of the most popular sayings in our country, but not everyone knows the definition of the expression. If you are one of those people, keep reading!

what is preula? Preula is a popular expression used to express surprise, a reaction to an unexpected event. The term can be compared to the interjection “Vixe, Maria!”, which is also quite common in some regions of the country.

Check out some applications in phrases:

Jeez, preula! I will be late.
Jeez, preula! You nearly broke my heart.
Jeez, preula, look at Joãozinho arriving….

Other meanings of the expression “Eita, preula!”

In addition to being used to express surprise, the expression “Eita, preula!” can also take on others Meanings. Check out.

• Adjective: when the person has good attitudes in everyday life, some say it's a preula. The expression for this purpose is often used in
  São Paulo;
• negative way: the expression can also be used to mask profanity;
• Reference to objects whose name you don't remember: the term “preula” can be used to replace the name of some object.

See too:

• northeastern slang
• Main slang words in American and British English
• 20 famous popular expressions