saúde
health
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/sɐ.ˈu.dɨ/
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Cultural Note
'Saúde!' is what Portuguese speakers say when someone sneezes (like 'bless you') and also used as a toast when clinking glasses (like 'cheers'). Both Portugal (SNS) and Brazil (SUS) have universal public health systems.
📝 Example Sentences
Saúde é o que há de mais importante.
Health is the most important thing.
Ele bebe à tua saúde!
He drinks to your health!
O sistema de saúde em Portugal é público.
The health system in Portugal is public.