coach de saúde
/ˈko(w)t͡ʃ d͡ʒi saˈu.d͡ʒi/word by word
The English phrase "health coach" is translated into Portuguese as coach de saúde.
The term refers to a professional who guides clients toward wellness goals by facilitating lifestyle and behavioral changes. The phrase utilizes the English loanword coach, which is a common practice in Brazilian Portuguese within professional contexts related to wellness and personal development.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈko(w)tʃ dʒi saˈu.dʒi/. The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The term coach entered Portuguese through a long journey from the Hungarian town of Kocs, where a specific type of carriage was first made.
- The word saúde is frequently used as a common toast in Brazil, similar to saying 'cheers' in English.
- In Brazil, the use of the English word coach can be polarizing, as it is sometimes viewed with skepticism or associated with superficial self-help trends.
Examples in context
- Contratei um coach de saúde para me ajudar a atingir meus objetivos de bem-estar.I hired a health coach to help me achieve my wellness goals.
- Estou trabalhando com um treinador de saúde incrível, que me motiva a ter um estilo de vida mais saudável.I'm working with an amazing health coach who motivates me to have a healthier lifestyle.
- Eu contratei um coach de saúde.I hired a health coach.
- Ela trabalha como coach de saúde.She works as a health coach.
- Meu coach de saúde me ajuda com a dieta.My health coach helps me with my diet.
Example conversation
Rodrigo and Mariana are talking about their new wellness routines at a cafe.
- RodrigoVocê está fazendo algum acompanhamento?Are you doing any kind of follow-up/coaching?
- MarianaSim, eu comecei com um coach de saúde.Yes, I started with a health coach.
- RodrigoIsso parece ótimo para a sua rotina.That sounds great for your routine.
- MarianaCom certeza, ele é um excelente profissional.Definitely, he is an excellent professional.
