uma pitada
1. A small amount of something, typically a powder or granular substance, that can be held between the thumb and forefinger
Add a pinch of salt to the soup.
Adicione uma pitada de sal à sopa.
2. A situation of hardship or difficulty; a tight spot or emergency
In a pinch, we can use this old equipment.
Em apuros, podemos usar este equipamento antigo.
3. The act of squeezing something between the thumb and forefinger
She gave his cheek a playful pinch.
Ela deu um beliscão brincalhão na bochecha dele.
Related Idioms & Phrases
in a pinch - em apuros, em caso de necessidade
feel the pinch - sentir a pressão, sofrer dificuldades financeiras
take with a pinch of salt - tomar com ressalvas, não acreditar completamente
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