Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boleia
noun
/boˈleɪ.a/
Definition
Boleia refers to the practice of hitchhiking or getting a ride with someone in their vehicle.
Examples
- Ela pediu uma boleia para chegar à escola.
- Ele sempre faz boleia quando viaja para economizar dinheiro.
Meaning
It is commonly used in Portuguese to describe the act of accepting a free ride from a stranger or a friend, typically by standing on the roadside and signaling to passing vehicles.
Synonyms
- carona
- hitchhiking
- transporte