A1 · Beginner
Ordering Coffee in Portugal
Learn how to order your favorite coffee in a Portuguese café. From 'bica' to 'galão', we cover the essentials.
📝 Vocabulary
| Portuguese | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Um café | A coffee (espresso) | Standard espresso |
| Uma bica | A coffee | Used in Lisbon |
| Um galão | Latte | Tall glass with milk |
| A conta, por favor | The bill, please | |
| Obrigado/a | Thank you |
💡 Grammar Notes
Polite Requests
When ordering, it's polite to use:
- "Queria..." (I would like...)
- "Pode trazer..." (Can you bring...)
Example:
"Queria um café, por favor." (I'd like a coffee, please.)
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