Portuguese

Portugal’s official language is Portuguese. While English is widely spoken in Lisbon and tourist areas, learning a few basic phrases shows respect and can make interactions more meaningful.

Basic Greetings

Olá — Hello
(oh-LAH)

Bom dia — Good morning
(bohn DEE-ah)

Boa tarde — Good afternoon
(BOH-ah TAR-dj)

Boa noite — Good evening / Good night
(BOH-ah NOY-ch)

Being Polite

Por favor — Please
(poor fah-VOR)

Obrigado / Obrigada — Thank you
(oh-bree-GAH-do / oh-bree-GAH-dah)

De nada — You're welcome
(deh NAH-dah)

Com licença — Excuse me
(kohm lee-SEN-sah)

Helpful Travel Phrases

Fala inglês? — Do you speak English?
(FAH-lah een-GLESH)

Quanto custa? — How much does it cost?
(KWAN-too KOOSH-tah)

Onde fica o banheiro? — Where is the bathroom?
(ON-dj FEE-kah oo bahn-YAY-ro)

A conta, por favor — The check, please
(ah KON-tah poor fah-VOR)

Getting Around

Onde fica…? — Where is…?
(ON-dj FEE-kah)

Pode me ajudar? — Can you help me?
(POH-dj meh ah-zhoo-DAR)

Preciso de um táxi — I need a taxi
(preh-SEE-zoo djee oong TAH-shee)

Friendly Expressions

Muito prazer — Nice to meet you
(MOO-ee-toh prah-ZEHR)

Que bonito! — How beautiful!
(keh boh-NEE-too)

Saúde! — Cheers!
(sah-OO-dj)

Cultural Tip

Portuguese pronunciation can be different from Spanish. Don’t worry about saying things perfectly—locals appreciate the effort.

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Language Tip

Many locals in Lisbon and Panama City speak English, but learning a few basic phrases can make interactions more enjoyable and show respect for the local culture.