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bom caminho

[bõ kɐ'miɲu]
noun phrasemasculinepl: bons caminhos
good path/way; right track
1. A positive direction or course of action; being on the right track towards success or improvement
He is on the good path to success.
Ele está no bom caminho para o sucesso.
2. A farewell expression wishing someone well on their journey or endeavor
Good luck on your way! (said as a goodbye)
Bom caminho! (dito como despedida)
3. Progress or advancement in a particular goal or objective
She's making progress in her studies.
Ela está no bom caminho em seus estudos.
NYC Slang
on the right track; in good shape
Synonyms
boa viacaminho certorumo certoprogressoavanço
Antonyms
mau caminhocaminho erradorumo erradoretrocesso

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bom caminho
Standard usage, commonly used in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
bom caminho
Widely used; may also hear 'na linha' as slang equivalent
Rio de Janeiro
bom caminho
Common usage; part of everyday vernacular
Portugal
bom caminho
Standard usage; used as both farewell and metaphorical expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

estar no bom caminho
colocar alguém no bom caminho
sair do bom caminho
levar alguém pelo bom caminho
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