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How to greet and say goodbye in Portuguese

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Communicating well in Portuguese is a valuable skill, especially in Brazil, where interpersonal interaction is very rich. One of the fundamental aspects of effective communication is knowing keywords. These words not only make it easier to understand, but they also help you make meaningful connections. For example, knowing greetings like "olá", "bom dia" and goodbye expressions like "até breve" are essential for any foreigner learning the language.


Brazilians, in general, have a very informal communication style. We use colloquial expressions that make conversations light and relaxed. However, it is important to remember that there are situations in which formality is necessary. Formal words and expressions help convey respect and professionalism, especially in work or academic environments.


Therefore, mastering both informal language and formal keywords is crucial. For a foreigner studying Brazilian Portuguese, this not only facilitates social interaction, but also opens doors in professional and academic contexts. Therefore, investing time in learning these nuances can make all the difference in the language learning experience!


For this reason, so that you can learn a little more about our vocabulary, I highlight these words:


To greet:


Oi!

Olá!

Bom dia


E para a despedida podemos dizer:


Tchau!

A gente se vê

Até mais


However, I emphasize that there are more words than these that we can use in our communication and there are also specific situations on how to use them correctly.


Therefore, if you want to delve deeper into your knowledge of these keywords, know in what context to use them and improve your communication, I suggest you watch this video in which I cover more words and how you should greet and say goodbye in Portuguese. See you there! Até mais!





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