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How to Say "Money" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
dinheiro
"Money" in Portuguese 路 say it like jeen-eh-roo

The most natural way to say "Money" in Portuguese is dinheiro. 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

grana
informal, commonly used in casual conversations
bufunfa
slang, often used in informal contexts

When to use it

You can use 'dinheiro' in any context related to money, whether discussing finances, making purchases, or budgeting. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings. For casual conversations, you might opt for 'grana' or 'bufunfa'.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Eu preciso de dinheiro para comprar um carro.I need money to buy a car.
Ele ganhou muito dinheiro com o novo emprego.He made a lot of money with the new job.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'dinheiro' with 'dinheirinho', which is a diminutive form and not commonly used.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'dinheiro'?

'Dinheiro' is uncountable in Portuguese, so it does not have a plural form.

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