tranquilo

no worries, it's cool, chill, all good

Beginner Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation

/tɾɐ̃.ˈki.lu/

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Cultural Note

While it formally means 'tranquil/calm,' in Brazilian slang 'tranquilo' is used as a casual response meaning 'no worries' or 'it's all good.' Often shortened to 'tranks' in texting. The phrase 'tá tranquilo, tá favorável' became a viral meme/song in Brazil. Also used in Portugal but the slang usage is more Brazilian.

📝 Example Sentences

Desculpa o atraso. — Tranquilo, sem problemas!

Sorry I'm late. — No worries, no problem!

Fica tranquilo, vai dar tudo certo.

Stay chill, everything will work out.

Tá tranquilo, tá favorável.

It's all chill, it's all good.

📊 Adjective Forms

Gender Form
feminine_plural tranquilas
masculine_plural tranquilos
feminine_singular tranquila
masculine_singular tranquilo

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