obrigada

thank you (said by a female)

Beginner Interjection Feminine

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Pronunciation

/o.bɾiˈɡa.dɐ/

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Cultural Note

Obrigada is the feminine form of 'thank you', used exclusively by female speakers regardless of whom they're addressing. Some Brazilians informally use 'brigada' or even 'valeu' as casual alternatives. Getting the -o/-a ending right is a sign of careful Portuguese.

📝 Example Sentences

Muito obrigada, senhor!

Thank you very much, sir!

Obrigada pela informação.

Thank you for the information.

Obrigada, foi muito útil.

Thank you, it was very useful.

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Related Words

de nada

you're welcome

Phrase

obrigado

thank you (said by a male)

Interjection

valeu

thanks (slang); cheers

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