é selvagem / é louco / é insano
1. describes someone or something as being uncontrolled, untamed, or behaving in an uninhibited manner
That party last night is wild!
Aquela festa ontem foi louca!
2. describes an action, idea, or situation as being surprising, extreme, or outrageous
His new business idea is wild but it might actually work.
Sua nova ideia de negócio é insana, mas pode funcionar.
3. describes someone as being excited, enthusiastic, or energetic
She is wild about the new concert announcement.
Ela está maluca pelo anúncio do novo show.
In American English and Brazilian Portuguese slang, 'is wild' is commonly used by younger speakers to express excitement, surprise, or disbelief about something extreme or unexpected. In Brazil, 'é louco' is the most direct cultural equivalent and is widely used in both formal and informal speech. The phrase has become increasingly popular in digital communication and social media across both cultures.
NYC Slang
that's wild / that's crazy / that's insane
Related Idioms & Phrases
is wild about (someone/something) - estar maluco por
run wild - agir sem controle / descontrolarse
wild card - algo imprevisível
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