Cair a ficha
[cair a fi-cha]
phrase idiomatic expressions
LanguagePortuguese (Portugal)
Meaning- The penny drops
- This idiom is used when a person suddenly realizes or understands something that was previously confusing or hidden.
Demorou, mas finalmente vai cair a ficha.
It took time, but finally the penny drops.
Quando ele percebeu o erro, começou a cair a ficha.
When he realized the mistake, the penny started to drop.
Pronunciationcair a fi-cha
Registerinformal
Usage noteInformal expression used when the truth becomes clear after some time.
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