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How to Say "I'm tired" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Estou cansado
"I'm tired" in Portuguese 路 say it like eh-stohm kahn-sah-doh

The most natural way to say "I'm tired" in Portuguese is Estou cansado. 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

Estou fatigado
More formal, often used in written contexts
Estou exausto
Used when feeling very tired or exhausted

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel tired after a long day or activity. It is a common expression in everyday conversation. Use it with friends, family, or colleagues to express your fatigue.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Depois de trabalhar o dia todo, estou cansado.After working all day, I am tired.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'cansado' with 'cansativa', which is not correct in this context.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I am tired' in a more formal way?

You can say 'Estou fatigado' for a more formal expression.

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