convidar para sair
to ask someone out
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/kõ.vi.ˈdaʁ ˈpa.ɾɐ sa.ˈiʁ/
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Cultural Note
In Brazil, asking someone out formally ('convidar para sair') is less common than in the US — most romantic connections start through 'ficar' at social events. In Portugal, the more traditional approach of formally asking someone out is still common.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele finalmente a convidou para sair.
He finally asked her out.
Não tenho coragem de convidá-la para sair.
I don't have the courage to ask her out.