a gesture commonly seen in conversations, but that it is more on the vulgar end, consists of bumping one hand, which is in the form of a fist, to the other hand's palm, signifying that things are not likely to have a good outcome - this, again, is a more vulgar gesture and should not be used loosely, specially if not in a casual setting with close friends.

the tactile nature of cariocas, coupled with their rich history of physical art, mean that movement is a key component of the way they communicate, and the diverse and expressive gestures they use testify to the age-old expression that actions often speak louder than words.