Portuguese Expression · Intermediate
dar cabo
to put an end to, to destroy, to finish
Pronunciation: say dar cabo
Meaning
to put an end to, to destroy, to finish
Example
Os arrogantes são como os balões: basta uma picadela de sátira ou de dor para dar cabo deles.
Arrogant people are like balloons: you only need a little bit of satire or pain to finish them.
Practice tips
- Practice dar cabo 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.