Podemos demorar mais
It might take us longer
Culture note: Hint: A popular Portuguese saying goes, 'Devagar se vai ao longe' (Slowly one goes far).
Context: The driver warns that it might take longer on the highway.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Podemos
[poh-deh-mos]
We can
Indicates an ability or permission for a group of people.
Podemos demorar mais se necessário.
We can take more time if necessary.
demorar
[deh-moh-rahr]
to take a long time
Refers to something that requires more time than usual.
Podemos demorar um pouco para chegar.
We might take a while to arrive.
mais
[mah-eez]
more
Used to refer to a greater extent or additional amount.
Vamos demorar mais por causa do trânsito.
We will take longer because of the traffic.
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