Portuguese Expression · Intermediate
carta na manga
ace in the hole
Pronunciation: say carta na manga
Meaning
ace in the hole
Example
Como você sempre tem uma carta na manga?
How do you always have an ace in the hole?
Practice tips
- Practice carta na manga 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 intermediate-level learners.