How to say “My name is…” in Brazilian Portuguese
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Brazilian Portuguese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Meu nome é…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Brazilian Portuguese
Olá, Meu nome é…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Brazilian Portuguese?
"My name is…" in Brazilian Portuguese is "Meu nome é…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Meu nome é…" written in Brazilian Portuguese?
"Meu nome é…" is the standard written form in Brazilian Portuguese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Meu nome é…" in Brazilian Portuguese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Meu nome é…" 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 "Meu nome é…" mean in English?
"Meu nome é…" is the Brazilian Portuguese way of saying "My name is…" 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 "My name is…" in Brazilian Portuguese?
Many languages — including Brazilian Portuguese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Meu nome é…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Brazilian Portuguese spoken?
Brazilian Portuguese is spoken by an estimated 215 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.