minha linda sobrinha
/ˈmĩ.ɲɐ ˈlĩ.dɐ soˈbɾĩ.ɲɐ/word by word
In Portuguese, "my beautiful niece" is said as minha linda sobrinha.
The phrase is used to refer to a daughter of one's sibling who is considered physically or internally attractive.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of minha (my), linda (beautiful) and sobrinha (niece).
Which one should you use?
You can also use minha bela sobrinha. The word linda is more common in everyday speech than bela, though both convey a similar meaning of beauty.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈmĩ.ɲɐ ˈlĩ.dɐ soˈbɾĩ.ɲɐ/ (6 syllables). The stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word linda is a deverbal form originating from the verb lindar, which historically related to boundaries or limits.
- In Brazil, the word linda is frequently used as a standalone term of endearment for friends or partners, acting more like 'sweetheart' than a literal description of beauty.
- In formal Portuguese writing, the adjective linda usually follows the noun sobrinha, but placing it before the noun, as in linda sobrinha, adds a subjective and emotional layer to the compliment.
Examples in context
- Minha linda sobrinha, você ilumina a vida de todos ao seu redor.My lovely niece, you brighten everyone's life around you.
- Minha linda sobrinha está crescendo muito rápido.My beautiful niece is growing up very fast.
- Eu amo muito a minha linda sobrinha.I love my beautiful niece very much.
- Apresento a vocês a minha linda sobrinha.I introduce to you my beautiful niece.
Example conversation
Juliana is showing a photo to Felipe.
- JulianaVeja a foto da minha linda sobrinha.Look at the photo of my beautiful niece.
- FelipeEla é muito parecida com você.She looks a lot like you.
- JulianaObrigada! Ela é a minha linda sobrinha.Thank you! She is my beautiful niece.
- FelipeEla é realmente adorável.She really is adorable.
