querido
to a man, Brazil
In Brazilian Portuguese "sweetheart" is querido for a man and querida for a woman. Meu bem and amor are warm terms used with partners and family.
Meaning: term of endearment (noun)
Ways to say it
| Portuguese | Note |
|---|---|
| querido | to a man, Brazil |
| querida | to a woman, Brazil |
| meu bem | both, Brazil |
| amor | romantic |
Amor is common between couples and also from parents to children. Meu bem is gentle and affectionate. Querido and querida also appear at the start of letters, like "dear".
Is it said differently in some regions?
Brazilians also use benzinho and meu amor for a loved one.
How does it change in a sentence?
Querido and querida agree with the person you talk to. Amor does not change. Meu bem stays the same for everyone.
Did you know?
- The adjective querido comes from the verb querer, which also means "to want" and "to love".
Examples in context
- Oi, querida, tudo bem?Hi, sweetheart, how are you?
- Obrigado, meu bem.Thank you, sweetheart.
- Boa noite, amor.Good night, sweetheart.
Example conversation
Paulo greets his wife Regina when he gets home.
- PauloOi, amor, cheguei.Hi, sweetheart, I am home.
- ReginaOi, meu bem. Como foi o dia?Hi, sweetheart. How was your day?
- PauloFoi bom, e o seu?It was good, and yours?
