cuide-se bem

[ku-i-də-sə bɛ̃]

verb phrase

take care of yourself

1. An expression wishing someone to look after their health and well-being; a farewell greeting expressing concern for someone's welfare

Take care of yourself! See you next week.

Cuide-se bem! Até semana que vem.

2. An imperative form urging someone to be cautious or mindful of their personal care

Don't work too hard - take care of yourself.

Não trabalhe demais - cuide-se bem.

NYC Slang

Take care of yourself / Watch yourself

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

cuide-se bem

Most common form; widely used in casual speech

São Paulo

cuide-se bem

Standard usage

Rio de Janeiro

cuide-se bem / se cuida

Both forms used; 'se cuida' is more colloquial

Portugal

cuide-se bem / trate-se bem

Both forms acceptable; slightly more formal tone

cuide-se bem e até breve

cuide-se bem da saúde

cuide-se bem do frio

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