How to say “hello” in Portuguese

The short answer

Olá

oh-LAH

Hello in Portuguese is “olá”. In Brazil the casual “oi” is far more common.

5 ways to say hello in Portuguese

  1. Olá

    oh-LAH

    Means: Hello

    Use it: Everywhere, a little formal in Brazil.

  2. Oi

    OY

    Means: Hi

    Use it: Brazil, with almost anyone.

  3. Bom dia

    bohn JEE-ah

    Means: Good morning

    Use it: Mornings (in Portugal: bohn DEE-ah).

  4. Boa tarde

    BOH-ah TAR-jee

    Means: Good afternoon

    Use it: Afternoons (in Portugal: TAR-duh).

  5. Tudo bem?

    TOO-doo bayn

    Means: All good?

    Use it: Brazil; the answer is also “tudo bem”.

Pronunciation tips

  • The audio uses Brazilian Portuguese; Portugal's accent is noticeably different.

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