Está a bater definition 1
If a song or trend “is hitting,” meaning it’s very popular. Usage: Esse estilo novo de dance hall tá bater nas rádios. (This new dancehall style is blowing up on the radio.)
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- July 2025
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Literally “it’s pecking,” meaning something is trending or banging (like a song).
“It’s not hitting,” meaning it’s not cool or not working for me. Usage: Essa música não tá a bater, muda pra outra. (This song isn’t hitting, change to another.)
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Angolan slang is shaped by Kimbundu, Kikongo, and Portuguese, with Luanda's kizomba and kuduro music scenes driving new expressions.
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