Portuguese Expression · Native
Cala a boca
Shut your mouth / shut up
Pronunciation: KAH-lah ah BOH-kah
Meaning
A harsh command telling someone to stop speaking.
Example
Ele estava irritado e mandou o colega calar a boca.
He was irritated and told his colleague to shut up.
Practice tips
- Practice Cala a boca out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese expression is for native-level learners.