Boa noite, princesa
/ˈbo(w).ɐ ˈnoj.t͡ʃi pɾĩˈse.zɐ/word by word
Boa noite, princesa is the Portuguese way to say good night princess.
This phrase is typically used as an affectionate term of endearment for a female partner, a daughter or a close female relative.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Boa (good), noite (night) and princesa (princess).
How does it change in a sentence?
The word princesa is the feminine form. If addressing a male, you would use the masculine príncipe.
Did you know?
- In Portuguese, boa noite is used both as a greeting when arriving and as a farewell when leaving after dark.
- While boa usually means 'good', it is also the name of the 'boa constrictor' snake in Portuguese, borrowed from the Latin name for the species.
- In many Portuguese-speaking cultures, using diminutive forms like princesinha (little princess) can make the phrase Boa noite, princesa sound even more tender and affectionate.
Examples in context
- Boa noite, princesinha.Good night, little princess.
- Durma bem, princesa.Sleep well, princess.
- Boa noite, princesa.Good night, princess.
- Boa noite, minha princesinha.Good night, my little princess.
- Tenha um sono tranquilo, princesa.Have a peaceful sleep, princess.
- Ele disse: Boa noite, princesa.He said: Good night, princess.
- Diga apenas boa noite, princesa.Just say good night, princess.
Example conversation
Felipe is saying goodnight to Beatriz before they sleep.
- BeatrizFelipe, você está com sono?Felipe, are you sleepy?
- FelipeSim, Beatriz. Boa noite, princesa.Yes, Beatriz. Good night, princess.
- BeatrizBoa noite, meu amor.Good night, my love.
- FelipeDurma bem.Sleep well.
