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How to Say "Thank you" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Obrigado
"Thank you" in Portuguese 路 say it like oh-bree-gah-doo

The most natural way to say "Thank you" in Portuguese is Obrigado. 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

Obrigada
used by females to express gratitude
Valeu
more casual, often used among friends

When to use it

You can use 'Obrigado' when someone does something nice for you, like holding the door open or giving you a gift. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Remember to use 'Obrigada' if you are female.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Obrigado pela ajuda!Thank you for the help!
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'Obrigado' regardless of gender; females should use 'Obrigada'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Valeu'?

Use 'Valeu' in casual situations, especially among friends.

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