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How to Say "Goodbye" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Adeus
"Goodbye" in Portuguese 路 say it like ah-deh-oos

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Portuguese is Adeus. 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

Tchau
more casual and commonly used among friends
At茅 logo
used when you expect to see the person again soon

When to use it

You can use 'Adeus' when you are saying goodbye to someone for a longer period. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. For casual farewells, 'Tchau' is more common among friends.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Adeus, at茅 a pr贸xima!Goodbye, see you next time!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Adeus' with 'Tchau', using them interchangeably in all contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Adeus, 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

Is 'Tchau' appropriate in formal situations?

No, 'Tchau' is generally too casual for formal contexts.

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