entendi
/ẽ.tẽˈd͡ʒi/
The English phrase "got it" can be translated to Portuguese as entendi.
entendi is used to say "I understand" or "got it". It is commonly used as a standalone response to confirm that instructions or information have been received. You can also use Certo to indicate understanding or agreement.
Meaning: I understand (intj)
Which one should you use?
While entendi is a standard way to express understanding, you might use the slang Saquei to mean "I got it" or "I understand". Additionally, Beleza means "okay" or "alright" and is used in informal conversations to acknowledge understanding and tá beleza is a way to say "got it".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Brazil, the phrase tá beleza can be used to mean "got it".
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of entendi is /ẽ.tẽˈdʒi/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- If you want to say 'got it' in a very casual way in Brazil, you can simply say Tô ligado, which literally means 'I am connected' or 'I am aware'.
- The slang word saquei comes from the verb sacar, which means 'to pull out' or 'to withdraw'. It implies that you have 'pulled' the meaning of the conversation out of the air.
- While Beleza literally translates to 'beauty', in Brazilian Portuguese it is frequently used as an informal way to say 'got it' or 'everything is fine'.
Examples in context
- Eu acho que entendi.I think I've got it.This sentence is useful for expressing a belief that you have understood something using entendi.Tatoeba #1296305 by brauliobezerra, translation #778532 by CM
- Eu ainda não entendi.I haven't got it yet.This sentence is useful for stating that you have not yet understood something using entendi.Tatoeba #5946111 by Ricardo14, translation #3396918 by CK
- Não tenho certeza se eu entendi direito.I'm not sure I've got it right.This sentence is useful for expressing uncertainty about whether you understood something correctly using entendi.Tatoeba #6995262 by Ricardo14, translation #2541831 by CK
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Example conversation
Camila explains a new task to Rodrigo in the office.
- CamilaRodrigo, você precisa revisar este relatório antes de amanhã.Rodrigo, you need to review this report before tomorrow.
- RodrigoEntendi, Camila. Vou fazer isso agora.Got it, Camila. I will do that now.
- CamilaNão esqueça de conferir os números finais.Don't forget to check the final numbers.
- RodrigoPode deixar, eu entendi perfeitamente.Don't worry, I understood perfectly.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry entendi, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
