olá

hello

Beginner Interjection

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Pronunciation

/oˈla/

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Cultural Note

Olá is the standard, neutral greeting used in both Brazil and Portugal. It works in formal and informal contexts alike. In Portugal it's the most common everyday greeting, while Brazilians often prefer the more casual 'oi'.

📝 Example Sentences

Olá, como vai?

Hello, how are you?

Olá a todos!

Hello everyone!

Olá, muito prazer em conhecê-lo.

Hello, very pleased to meet you.

#greetings #polite #beginner-essential

Related Words

boa tarde

good afternoon

Phrase

bom dia

good morning

Phrase

oi

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