How to say “Please” in Brazilian Portuguese
The most common way to say “please” in Brazilian Portuguese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Por favor
Frequently asked
How do you say "Please" in Brazilian Portuguese?
"Please" in Brazilian Portuguese is "Por favor". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Por favor" written in Brazilian Portuguese?
"Por favor" is the standard written form in Brazilian Portuguese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Por favor" in Brazilian Portuguese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Por favor" 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 "Por favor" mean in English?
"Por favor" is the Brazilian Portuguese way of saying "Please" 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 "Please" in Brazilian Portuguese?
Many languages — including Brazilian Portuguese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Por favor" 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.