cause uproar
[/kɔːz ʌpˈrɔːr/]
verb phrase
causar alvoroço
1. to create a loud, violent disturbance or public outcry; to provoke widespread anger, shock, or controversy
The celebrity's controversial statement caused uproar on social media.
A declaração controversa da celebridade causou alvoroço nas redes sociais.
2. to generate loud noise and commotion; to disturb the peace dramatically
The surprise announcement caused uproar in the parliament.
O anúncio surpresa causou alvoroço no parlamento.
In Brazilian Portuguese media and social discourse, 'causar alvoroço' is frequently used in news reporting and social media discussions. The phrase reflects how public opinion and digital platforms amplify controversies. In Portugal, the term is equally valid but slightly more formal contexts may prefer 'suscitar celeuma.' In American English, especially in NYC, similar expressions like 'cause drama' or 'start beef' are more colloquial alternatives used in informal speech.
NYC Slang
start beef; cause drama; shake things up
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →