{"id":865143,"date":"2025-05-01T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=865143"},"modified":"2026-04-07T09:48:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T08:48:44","slug":"basic-portuguese-phrases","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/basic-portuguese-phrases\/","title":{"rendered":"22 Basic Portuguese Language Phrases & Words to Know Before You Travel to Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Planning a trip to Portugal<\/a>? Don\u2019t forget to learn a few basic Portuguese phrases and words before you go! It\u2019s so important to learn some simple phrases in the local language for any trip, as it\u2019s a great way to show respect to the locals and enrich your travel experience. Portuguese is a beautiful Romance language<\/a> but it can take time to get the hang of it, so start with some easy but essential words like greetings and please and thank you. To help you on your way, here are 22 basic Portuguese phrases to learn before your trip to Portugal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Hello – Ol\u00e1<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get off to a good start by greeting people with \u201col\u00e1\u201d (hi or hello). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s one of the most important yet basic Portuguese phrases to learn and you won\u2019t get far without it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. How are you? – Como est\u00e1<\/b>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve said ol\u00e1 or bom dia, follow it up by saying \u201ccomo vai?\u201d (how are you?). If someone asks you this question, you can respond with a simple \u201cbem\u201d (well) or say \u201ceu estou bem\u201d (I am good). If you want to ask how they are too, say \u201cE t\u00fa?\u201d (and you?). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use \u201ctudo bem?\u201d or \u201ctudo bom?\u201d They both mean \u201chow are you?\u201d and \u201ceverything is good\u201d and they can be both a question and a response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if someone says \u201ctudo bem?\u201d you respond with \u201ctudo bom!\u201d And if someone asks you \u201ctudo bom?\u201d, reply with \u201ctudo bem!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Greetings for every time of day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to greet people correctly throughout the day in Portugal, there are three basic Portuguese phrases to learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bom dia – Good morning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This can be only be used in the morning before midday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boa tarde – Good afternoon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This phrase is used between midday and 6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boa noite – Good night <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From 6pm onwards, use this one. You can also use it as a generic way of saying goodbye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: When saying \u201cbom dia\u201d, don\u2019t pronounce \u201cbom\u201d like the English word \u201cbomb\u201d. The -om ending is actually a nasal vowel, so instead of closing your mouth to say the \u201cm\u201d sound, you let the air out of your nose and mouth to only say the \u201co\u201d. It can be tricky so if you\u2019re having trouble, pronounce \u201cbom\u201d like the English word \u201cbong\u201d. It\u2019s closer to the correct pronunciation than \u201cbomb\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4.  Nice to meet you – Prazer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve met a new acquaintance on your trip to Portugal, be sure to offer them a polite \u201cprazer\u201d (nice to meet you).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Goodbye  – Adeus<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you say hello, you should also learn how to say goodbye. Just like in English, there are many different ways to say goodbye, depending on the context. One of the most common words is \u201ctchau\u201d. It\u2019s pronounced like the Italian \u201cciao\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like a more formal way to say goodbye, you can say \u201cadeus\u201d, which is similar to the Spanish word \u201cadios\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Excuse me – Com licen\u00e7a<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many different uses and ways to say excuse me in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re passing through a crowd and need to politely ask someone to step out of your way, you can say \u201cCom licen\u00e7a\u201d or simply \u201clicen\u00e7a\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you need to ask someone to repeat what they\u2019re saying, you can say “a como?” or “o que disse?” These also translate to \u201cexcuse me?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you need to apologise for bumping into someone, or you\u2019re trying to get a waiter\u2019s attention, you can say \u201cDesculpa\u201d which also means \u201cexcuse me\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Please – Por favor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for some easy Portuguese phrases that will help you be a little more polite and respectful on your trip to Portugal, don\u2019t forget your pleases and thank yous!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can add \u201cpor favor\u201d (please) on to the end of a sentence to make it more polite. For example, if you want to ask for the bill in a restaurant, you can say to the mo\u00e7o (waiter): \u201cVoc\u00ea pode trazer a conta, por favor?\u201d (Can you bring the bill please?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Thank you – Obrigad(a\/o)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The way to say \u201cthank you\u201d in Portuguese changes depending on your gender. If you\u2019re female, say \u201cobrigada\u201d. If you’re male, say \u201cobrigado\u201d. You can also shorten it to \u201cbrigada\u201d or \u201cbrigado\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to reply to obrigado in Portuguese?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can say \u201cde nada\u201d (you\u2019re welcome) after someone says “Obrigad(a\/o)”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Yes – Sim<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is one of the most simply Portuguese phrases but it\u2019s an essential one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like the word \u201cbom\u201d, sim also contains a nasal vowel. If you\u2019re having trouble pronouncing it correctly, try saying it like the English word \u201csing\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYes\u201d in Portuguese is sim. Like bom above, sim contains a nasal vowel. To a first approximation, it sounds like the English word \u201csing\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. No – N\u00e3o<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s one of the most basic Portuguese words to know but it\u2019ll come in handy. No is \u201cn\u00e3o\u201d, pronounced in a similar way as the English \u201cno\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11. Where is\u2026 ? – Onde est\u00e1\u2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve just arrived in Portugal, you might need some extra help finding your way around. If you need to ask for directions, say \u201conde est\u00e1\u2026?\u201d (where is\u2026?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some basic Portuguese phrases to learn to help you navigate Portugal: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onde est\u00e1 a casa de banho? \u2013 \u201cWhere is the bathroom?\u201d 
Onde est\u00e1 a esta\u00e7\u00e3o de comboio? \u2013 \u201cWhere is the train station?\u201d 
Onde est\u00e1 a parada de autocarro? \u2013 \u201cWhere is the bus stop?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12. What is your name? – Qual \u00e9 o seu nome?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to get to know someone, ask their name by saying \u201cQual \u00e9 o seu nome?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can then tell them your name by saying \u201cO meu nome \u00e9 or Me chamo\u2026\u201d (My name is\u2026).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13. How much does this cost? – Quanto custa isso?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning to do some shopping in Portugal, one of the best simple Portuguese phrases to learn is \u201cQuanto custa isso?\u201d (how much does this cost?).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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14. I don\u2019t understand – Eu n\u00e3o entendo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re new to learning the Portuguese language, you\u2019ll likely have some trouble understanding everything at first. One of the most key Portuguese phrases to learn is to let people know when you\u2019ve lost them by saying \u201cEu n\u00e3o entendo\u201d (I don\u2019t understand). You can also say \u201cO qu\u00ea?\u201d (What\/Say that again?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15. Do you speak English? – Fala inlg\u00eas?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re really struggling and need to find someone who can speak English, it\u2019s polite to ask them first instead of assuming they can speak your language. You can say \u201cFala inlg\u00eas?\u201d (Do you speak English?) or let them know that you don\u2019t speak Portuguese by saying \u201cN\u00e3o falo portugu\u00eas\u201d. You can also say \u201cEu estou aprendendo Portugu\u00eas\u201d (I am learning Portuguese) and people may even help you with some basic phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

16. Be so kind as to… \u2013 \u00c0s favor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to sound especially polite or formal, you can say \u201c\u00e0s favor\u201d when asking for something \u2014 it\u2019s a soft, respectful way to make a request, similar to saying \u201cwould you be so kind as to\u2026\u201d in English. For example: \u201c\u00c0s favor, pode-me ajudar?\u201d<\/em> (Would you be so kind as to help me?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common sayings in Portuguese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the essential phrases, Portuguese is full of charming, quirky, and expressive idioms that locals use every day. Learning a few of these can help you understand Portuguese culture \u2014 and maybe even earn a smile from the locals when you drop one into conversation. Here are some of the most common sayings in Portguguese you might hear on your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

17. \u00c1gua mole em pedra dura, tanto bate at\u00e9 que fura.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSoft water on hard rock hits until it drills through.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might hear this poetic expression in Brazil, curious as to what it means? It is all about persistence \u2014 even gentle effort can lead to big results over time. A favourite among grandmothers and motivational speakers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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18. Quem espera, sempre alcan\u00e7a.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWho waits, always achieves.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ever heard the saying ‘Good things come to those who wait’? Well this is similar, focusing on patience as a virtue. This saying is used to encourage people to be calm and trust that perseverance will bring success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

19. Estar com os azeites.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“To be with the olive oils.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No, it\u2019s not about cooking \u2014 this funny idiom means someone is in a bad mood or sulking. If your travel buddy\u2019s feeling grumpy, you might say they\u2019re \u201ccom os azeites.\u201d Funny, because to be with olive oil never makes us angry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

20. Ficar a ver navios.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTo be left watching ships.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This one dates back to when people would wait for ships that never arrived. Today, it\u2019s used when someone waits for something that never happens \u2014 or is left disappointed. English equivalents: to be left high and dry, left twiddling your thumbs…you get the picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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21. Mais vale tarde do que nunca.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“Better late than never.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It seems this saying is a classic across many languages. Impress your restaurant server with this quip if you’re late for your booking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

22. Quem n\u00e3o arrisca, n\u00e3o petisca.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose who don\u2019t take risks, don\u2019t snack.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This cheeky phrase means nothing ventured, nothing gained \u2014 but in true Portuguese style, it\u2019s framed through food. If you don\u2019t put yourself out there, you won\u2019t get to enjoy life\u2019s little treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are your most important basic Portuguese phrases to learn? Let us know in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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