A1 · Beginner
How to Introduce Yourself & Ask Where You Are From in Portuguese
Go beyond 'Hello'. Learn how to introduce yourself and ask others where they are from.
📝 Vocabulary
| Portuguese | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Como te chamas? | What is your name? | Informal |
| Chamo-me... | My name is... | |
| De onde és? | Where are you from? | Informal |
| Sou de... | I am from... | |
| Prazer em conhecer-te | Nice to meet you |
💡 Grammar Notes
Reflexive Verbs
To say your name in Portuguese, we often use the reflexive verb Chamar-se (literally "to call oneself").
- Chamo-me (I call myself...)
- Chamas-te (You call yourself...)
Origins
To say where you are from, use the verb Ser + de:
"Sou de Portugal." (I am from Portugal.)
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