🇧🇷 Portuguese phrases

How to Say "I can't live without you" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Eu não consigo viver sem você
"I can't live without you" in Portuguese · say it like ay-ooh nah-o con-see-go vee-ver sen voh-seh

The most natural way to say "I can't live without you" in Portuguese is Eu não consigo viver sem você. 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

Não consigo viver sem ti
Used in more informal or intimate contexts, especially in Portugal.
Eu não posso viver sem você
A slightly more formal way to express the same sentiment.

When to use it

Use this phrase to express deep affection or emotional dependence on someone. It can be used in romantic relationships, close friendships, or family ties. It's a heartfelt way to show how much someone means to you.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Sem você, minha vida não faz sentido. Eu não consigo viver sem você.Without you, my life makes no sense. I can't live without you.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'você' and 'tu'. Use 'você' in most situations, especially in Brazil.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Eu não consigo viver sem você, 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 it appropriate to say this to friends?

Yes, but it depends on the closeness of your friendship and the context.

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