a cereja do bolo

Meaning: the crowning touch; something wonderful that completes something already good.

Language: Portuguese

Literally: the cherry of the cake

Category: Food & Drink

Origin: The phrase uses the cherry as the final, most delightful embellishment atop a finished dessert.

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nem carne nem peixe — Something or someone that does not fit into any clear category and remains ambiguous or u…
water bij de wijn doen — to compromise or make a concession in a dispute or negotiation.
alleen de rozijnen uitpikken — to select only the best or most desirable items while ignoring the rest.
roet in het eten gooien — to spoil or ruin a plan, event, or situation by introducing an unwelcome disruption.
knollen voor citroenen verkopen — To swindle or defraud someone by passing off something worthless as valuable.
brood zien in — To view something as a viable or profitable business opportunity.

brincar com fogo — to engage in a risky or dangerous behavior; to put oneself in harm's way.
de tempos em tempos — from time to time; occasionally or intermittently.
nu e cru — To speak with brutal, unvarnished honesty, holding nothing back.
à toa — To drift aimlessly or act without purpose or direction.
homem dos sete ofícios — A person who can do many different jobs or possesses many different skills, though often…
olho da tempestade — A moment of unexpected calm or peace in the middle of chaos or crisis.

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