oi
hi
Beginner Interjection
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Pronunciation
/oj/
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Cultural Note
Oi is the quintessential Brazilian informal greeting — warm, friendly, and used constantly in everyday life. In Portugal, 'oi' is understood but much less common; the Portuguese prefer 'olá'. Using 'oi' instantly marks your Portuguese as Brazilian.
📝 Example Sentences
Oi, tudo bem?
Hi, everything okay?
Oi, gente!
Hi, guys!
Oi, posso te ajudar?
Hi, can I help you?