e
/i/
The Portuguese word for "and" is e.
The word e is the most basic translation for "and" in Brazilian Portuguese. It is used as a conjunction to connect two similar words, phrases, et cetera. In the context of logic, it can also function as a noun.
Meaning: used to connect two similar words, phrases, et cetera (conj)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/i/
Did you know?
- The Portuguese word e is a direct descendant of the Latin word 'et', making it a close linguistic relative to the English 'et' found in 'et cetera'.
- In some Brazilian dialects, e can be used as a filler word similar to 'so' or 'well' when starting a response to a question.
- While e means 'and', the word nem is used as the negative equivalent, meaning 'and not' or 'neither'.
Examples in context
- E por que não?And why not?This sentence shows how to use e at the beginning of a question.Tatoeba #1227713 by alexmarcelo, translation #1039433 by GPHemsley
- Não, não e não!No, no, and furthermore, no!This sentence demonstrates the repetitive use of e for emphasis.Tatoeba #1220100 by alexmarcelo, translation #1490778 by niceguydave
- E não me tente.And don't tempt me.This sentence illustrates the use of e to connect two clauses.Tatoeba #2144871 by MarlonX19, translation #2144557 by oneconor
- O projeto é inovador e, além disso, sustentávelThe project is innovative, and furthermore, sustainable
- Ele é um ótimo músico e, ademais, excelente professorHe is a great musician and, moreover, an excellent teacher
- A festa tinha comida, bebida, música e maisThe party had food, drinks, music, and more
- Na praia, tem sol, mar, areia e por aí vaiAt the beach, there is sun, sea, sand, and so on
- 18324 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felipe and Mariana are at a cafe deciding what to order.
- FelipeVocê quer café e bolo?Do you want coffee and cake?
- MarianaEu quero chá e um pão.I want tea and a bread roll.
- FelipeE para beber?And to drink?
- MarianaSuco de laranja e água.Orange juice and water.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “and” translations and entries e, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries e, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
