passar a perna

Portuguese

Etymology

Literally, to pass the leg. Referring to intentionally cause someone to stumble by blocking their way with a leg.

Verb

passar a perna (first-person singular present passo a perna, first-person singular preterite passei a perna, past participle passado a perna)

  1. (idiomatic, slang) to trick, delude, deceive or fool someone
    Synonyms: meter fita, enganar, iludir, lograr
    Passei a perna no sujeito, tomei-lhe seu dinheiro sem perceber!
    I have fooled this guy, I took his money without him noticing!

Conjugation

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