50 Essential Portuguese Phrases for Daily Life
Learn the most useful expressions to communicate confidently in everyday situations in Portugal.
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Learn the most useful expressions to communicate confidently in everyday situations in Portugal.
Download Free PDFEven if you don’t know much grammar, these phrases help you get by — and make friends.
"Quanto custa?" – How much does it cost?
"Obrigado, tenha um bom dia!" – Thank you, have a good day!
"Onde é a paragem?" – Where is the stop?
"O que há de novo?" – What's new?
Start with these — they’ll get you through 90% of daily interactions.
| Portuguese | English |
|---|---|
| Oi | Hello |
| Tudo bem? | How are you? |
| Sim, obrigado | Yes, thank you |
| Não, obrigado | No, thanks |
| Por favor | Please |
| Desculpe | I'm sorry / Excuse me |
| Quanto custa? | How much does it cost? |
| Onde fica…? | Where is…? |
| Estou com fome | I am hungry |
| Tenha um bom dia | Have a good day |
"I used to panic when ordering food. Now I can say 'Tudo bem?' and 'Obrigado' — and people smile back!"
— Ana, USA | New in Portugal
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