How to say “Good night” in Portuguese
The most common way to say “good night” in Portuguese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Boa noite
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Portuguese
Boa noite, Como você está?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Portuguese?
"Good night" in Portuguese is "Boa noite". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Boa noite" written in Portuguese?
"Boa noite" is the standard written form in Portuguese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Boa noite" in Portuguese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Boa noite" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Boa noite" mean in English?
"Boa noite" is the Portuguese way of saying "Good night" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good night" in Portuguese?
Many languages — including Portuguese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Boa noite" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Portuguese spoken?
Portuguese is spoken by an estimated 258 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Portuguese dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Portuguese dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Boa noite" or any other Portuguese text.