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How to Say "Good job" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bom trabalho
"Good job" in Portuguese 路 say it like bohm trah-bah-lyoo

The most natural way to say "Good job" in Portuguese is Bom trabalho. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Bom servi莽o
used when referring to a service or task completed well
脫timo trabalho
more enthusiastic, often used in informal settings

When to use it

You can use this phrase to praise someone's effort after they complete a task. It is suitable in both professional and casual contexts. It's a way to acknowledge hard work and encourage others.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Voc锚 fez um bom trabalho na apresenta莽茫o.You did a good job on the presentation.
Parab茅ns, bom trabalho na sua tarefa!Congratulations, good job on your task!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'bom trabalho' with 'bom dia', which means 'good morning'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bom trabalho, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Portuguese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'bom trabalho' in a formal email?

Yes, it's appropriate to use in formal emails to acknowledge someone's efforts.

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