mandar bem
to do well, to nail it, to rock it
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/mɐ̃.ˈdaʁ ˈbẽj/
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Cultural Note
A very common Brazilian expression meaning to perform well or excel at something. The opposite, 'mandar mal,' means to do poorly. Can be used as encouragement before an event or as praise after one. Also used in Portugal, though less frequently. The verb 'mandar' conjugates normally while 'bem' stays fixed.
📝 Example Sentences
Você mandou bem na entrevista!
You nailed the interview!
Manda bem na prova amanhã, tá?
Do well on the test tomorrow, okay?
Ele manda muito bem na cozinha.
He really rocks it in the kitchen.