casual

Treta

Drama / Conflict / Trouble (Brazil)

TREH-tah

What does it mean?

"Treta" is modern Brazilian slang for drama, conflict, or a messy situation — anything from a friend group falling out to a heated argument. "Deu treta" means "drama went down".

How to use it

Casual, common in everyday and online conversation. Safe with friends; skip in formal writing.

Example sentences

There was drama at the party.

Deu treta na festa.

I don't want any trouble.

Não quero treta.

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