Portuguese

In Brazil you say Feliz Natal! for “Merry Christmas”. Many people add the New Year, as in Feliz Natal e um próspero Ano Novo!

In Brazil the country is called Brasil, spelled with an s. The people are brasileiros and the feminine form is brasileira.

The English phrase “bland” is translated into Portuguese as sem graça. sem graça is used to describe something that lacks flavor, interest or excitement.

In Portuguese, the English word ‘sod’ is translated as grama. grama refers to the turf or grass grown specifically for the establishment of a lawn.

European Portuguese uses tu for “you” with friends, family and children.

To say “love yourself first” in Portuguese, use ame-se primeiro.

The English word ‘landing’ can be translated into Portuguese as pouso.

The English word ‘lazy’ is translated into Portuguese as preguiçoso. The word is an adjective used to describe someone who is unwilling to work.

The English phrase “credit card” is translated into Portuguese as cartão de crédito.

The English phrase ‘stay strong’ is translated into Portuguese as seja forte.