4. Drink Alone
It is customary practice in Brazil to share your beer with others and sometimes even strangers will show up with their own glasses. This is because Brazilians enjoy drinking beer “estupidamente gelada” (stupidly cold) and most bars only sell only sell beer in 700 ml bottles. So, if you order a beer in a Brazilian bar be prepared to share, as drinking it alone will seem both selfish and odd to the locals.
5. Be Impatient
Things move at their own pace in Brazil, so it’s best that you understand that before you visit the beautiful South American country. You’ll quickly learn that long lines are common for everything from ATMs to grocery stores, so be prepared to wait patiently. It’s also best you learn one ironic Brazilian phrase before you go – “estou chegando,” which literally means, “I’m arriving.” However, when a Brazilian says this, they may still be at home. They really mean to say I’ll be arriving at some point soonish. So relax and take in the breathtaking sights.
6. Make the “OK” Sign
In many countries making a circle with your thumb and finger is the signal for “okay,” however in Brazil it means something very different. The “okay” sign is a highly offensive rude gesture in Brazil, so refrain from doing it. However, thumbs up does mean something to similar to okay, literally “beleza” or “beauty,” and is frequently used.