Portuguese Expression · Intermediate
sobe e desce
ups and downs
Pronunciation: /ˈsɔ.bi i ˈdɛ.si/
Meaning
ups and downs
Example
Não posso com este sobe e desce do preço dos combustíveis!
I can't stand this up and down of fuel prices!
Practice tips
- Practice sobe e desce 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.