Obrigado, linda
/o.bɾiˈɡa.du ˈlĩ.dɐ/word by word
The English phrase "thank you, beautiful girl" is translated into Portuguese as Obrigado, linda.
The term linda is used as a term of endearment or a compliment and can range from a friendly compliment to a flirtatious remark depending on the context and relationship.
Which one should you use?
The phrase Obrigado, linda uses the feminine adjective linda to specifically address a woman or girl.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
There are several informal variations. For instance, Valeu, garota bonita! is used for "Thanks, beautiful girl!", Muito obrigado, gata! means "Thank you very much, beautiful girl!" and Obrigadão, menina linda! means "Thanks a lot, beautiful girl!" Note that gata is a slang term for a beautiful girl.
How does it change in a sentence?
If the speaker is female, the word for thank you must change from obrigado to obrigada, resulting in Obrigada, linda.
Did you know?
- The slang term gata, used in the phrase Muito obrigado, gata!, literally translates to 'female cat'.
- The word obrigado literally translates to 'I am obliged', implying that you are now socially bound to the person you are thanking.
- While 'linda' means 'beautiful', calling a stranger linda in Brazil can be perceived as much more flirtatious or even catcalling than it would be in English.
Examples in context
- Obrigado, linda.Thank you, beautiful girl.
- Obrigado, linda, pelo presente.Thank you, beautiful girl, for the gift.
- Obrigado, linda, você é muito gentil.Thank you, beautiful girl, you are very kind.
Example conversation
Lucas receives a small gift from Mariana.
- MarianaAqui está o seu presente, Lucas.Here is your gift, Lucas.
- LucasObrigado, linda!Thank you, beautiful girl!
- MarianaEspero que você goste.I hope you like it.
- LucasEu tenho certeza que vou amar.I am sure I will love it.
