Portuguese · A1 (Beginner)
Greetings in Portuguese: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Portuguese words for greetings are Olá (Hello), Tchau / Adeus (Bye / Goodbye) and Bom dia (Good morning). The full Portuguese greetings phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Portuguese vocabulary for greetings, with example sentences and English translations. This is A1 (Beginner) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Portuguese to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key greetings vocabulary
| Portuguese | English |
|---|---|
| Olá | Hello |
| Tchau / Adeus | Bye / Goodbye |
| Bom dia | Good morning |
| Obrigado/a | Thank you |
| Por favor | Please |
| Chamo-me / Me chamo | My name is (EU/BR) |
| Prazer | Nice to meet you |
| Com licença | Excuse me |
| Até logo | See you soon |
| Boa noite | Good night / Good evening |
Example sentences
Olá, como está?
Hello, how are you? (formal)
Tchau, até amanhã!
Bye, see you tomorrow!
Bom dia, senhora Silva.
Good morning, Mrs Silva.
Obrigado, é muito gentil.
Thank you, that is very kind.
Um café, por favor.
A coffee, please.
Chamo-me João. E você?
My name is João. And you?
How to actually learn these
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