bom dia, linda
/ˈbõ ˈd͡ʒi.ɐ ˈlĩ.dɐ/word by word
The English phrase "good morning beautiful" is translated into Portuguese as bom dia, linda.
This phrase is a romantic or affectionate greeting used to say good morning to a woman. While it can be used romantically, it is also commonly used between female friends as a warm, affectionate greeting.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of bom (good), dia (day) and linda (beautiful/pretty).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Brazil, a common and informal way to say "Good morning beautiful" is Bom dia, minha linda. In Portugal, you can use the informal phrase Bom dia, minha querida to say "Good morning beautiful".
How does it change in a sentence?
To address a man, change the feminine adjective linda to the masculine lindo to say "good morning handsome" (bom dia, lindo). To address a group of women, use the plural form lindas (bom dia, lindas).
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈbõ ˈdʒi.ɐ ˈlĩ.dɐ/. It has 5 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- While linda is used for beauty, the phrase bom dia is often accompanied by a light kiss on both cheeks when greeting a female friend in Brazil.
- The word dia for 'day' is distantly related to the names of the gods Deus, Zeus and Jove.
- In some Brazilian regions, linda is used so frequently as a term of endearment that it can be used by strangers in service industries without being perceived as romantic.
Examples in context
- Bom dia, linda, como você está?Good morning, beautiful, how are you?
- Ela disse: bom dia, linda.She said: good morning, beautiful.
Example conversation
A couple greeting each other in the kitchen during breakfast.
- GabrielBom dia, linda!Good morning, beautiful!
- JulianaBom dia, amor.Good morning, love.
- GabrielDormiu bem?Did you sleep well?
- JulianaSim, muito bem.Yes, very well.
