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be smooth

[bi ˈsmuːð]
verb phrase
ser suave; correr bem; funcionar sem problemas
1. to proceed without difficulties or obstacles; to go well
The presentation went smooth without any technical issues.
A apresentação correu bem sem nenhum problema técnico.
2. to have a soft, even, or polished surface or texture
The marble counter is smooth to the touch.
O balcão de mármore é suave ao toque.
3. to be charming, persuasive, or effortless in manner
He is a smooth talker who can convince anyone.
Ele é um homem de fala suave que consegue convencer qualquer um.
4. to operate without vibration or interruption
The engine runs smooth after the maintenance.
O motor funciona suavemente após a manutenção.
NYC Slang
be all good; be running smooth; no cap (when expressing confidence something will go well)
Synonyms
run smoothlygo wellflow easilyproceed without troublebe frictionlessbe polishedbe sleek
Antonyms
be roughbe bumpybe chaoticgo wrongbe problematicencounter difficulties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser suave; correr bem; funcionar sem problemas
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
ser tranquilo; estar de boa
Colloquial variation emphasizing calm flow
São Paulo
funcionar liso; ir tranquilo
Used in business and technical contexts
Portugal
ser suave; correr bem; funcionar sem problemas
Similar to Brazilian usage; may emphasize texture more

Related Idioms & Phrases

smooth sailing
smooth operator
smooth as silk
smooth as butter
smooth as a baby's bottom
things are running smoothly
smooth as glass
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