treta
drama, beef, conflict, mess
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈtɾe.tɐ/
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Cultural Note
A widely used slang word in both Brazil and Portugal, though with slightly different nuances. In Brazil, 'treta' primarily means drama, conflict, or an online feud. In Portugal, it can also mean 'nonsense' or 'worthless stuff.' The word exploded with social media culture, where 'tretas' (online feuds between influencers) generate enormous engagement.
📝 Example Sentences
Não quero treta com ninguém.
I don't want beef with anyone.
Rolou uma treta enorme no Twitter ontem.
There was huge drama on Twitter yesterday.
Isso é treta, não acredito nisso.
That's nonsense, I don't believe that.