10 essential Portuguese phrases for small talk with neighbours
Break the ice and build connections with your neighbours using these common Portuguese phrases.
Living in a Portuguese-speaking country means interacting with your neighbours is part of daily life. Whether you're just passing by or attending a building meeting, knowing a few basic phrases can make a big difference. These expressions are perfect for casual chats, offering help, or simply being friendly. They'll help you feel more comfortable and integrated into your local community.
What this lesson covers
Core Portuguese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- Olá, tudo bem?oh-LAH, too-doo beng?Hello, how are you?
- Bom dia!bong dee-AHGood morning!
- Boa tarde!BOH-ah TAR-jeeGood afternoon!
- Boa noite!BOH-ah NOY-tcheeGood evening/night!
- Como vai?KOH-moo vye?How are you going?
- Tudo ótimo, obrigado/obrigada.TOO-doo OH-chee-mo, oh-bree-GAH-doo / oh-bree-GAH-dahAll great, thank you (m/f).
- Precisa de alguma coisa?preh-SEE-zah jee al-GOO-mah COY-zah?Do you need anything?
- Posso ajudar em algo?POS-soo ah-joo-DAR em AL-goo?Can I help with something?
- Tenha um bom dia!TEN-yah oom bong dee-AHHave a good day!
- Até logo!ah-TEH LOH-gooSee you later!
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