opa

[ˈɔ.pɐ]

interjection

hey, whoa, oops

1. An exclamation used to get someone's attention or to express surprise

Hey! Watch out!

Opa! Cuidado!

2. An exclamation of warning or to stop someone from doing something

Whoa, hold on!

Opa, espera aí!

3. An expression of acknowledgment or agreement

Alright, got it!

Opa, entendi!

NYC Slang

yo, hey

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

opa

Most common usage throughout Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

opa

Very common in informal speech

São Paulo

opa

Widely used in casual conversation

Portugal

opa

Less common; more formal alternatives preferred

opa, pera aí!

opa, deixa eu ver

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