Useful Portuguese

Visiting Portugal – or planning your trip? These simple and useful expressions will help you communicate in everyday situations, from greeting someone to saying thank you with a smile. Listen to the audio clips and give them a try — the locals will love it!

OBRIGADO/A! | THANK YOU!

POR FAVOR! | PLEASE!

ADEUS!/XAU! | GOODBYE! / BYE!

DE NADA! | YOU'RE WELCOME!

OLÁ! | HELLO!

BOM DIA! | GOOD MORNING!

BOA TARDE! | GOOD AFTERNOON!

BOA NOITE! | GOOD NIGHT!

With these words in your pocket, you can start having a more authentic experience in Portugal. A simple "obrigado" or "bom dia" can bring big smiles. Have a great trip and... see you soon!

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