🙏 Culture & Etiquette
What is Porra in BJJ?
Pronunciation: POR-rah
Quick Definition
A Brazilian Portuguese exclamation used to express excitement or encouragement.
Full Explanation
Porra is a Brazilian Portuguese exclamation that can express a wide range of emotions including excitement, frustration, encouragement, and surprise. In BJJ culture, it is often shouted during competition to cheer on teammates. While technically a mild expletive in Portuguese, it has been normalized in BJJ culture worldwide. You will hear it loudly at any competition with Brazilian competitors or coaches.
Examples in Context
"Porra! What a beautiful sweep!"
"The Brazilian coaches were shouting porra during the match"
Origin
Brazilian Portuguese exclamation
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