🇧🇷 Portuguese phrases

How to Say "You are beautiful" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Você é bonita
"You are beautiful" in Portuguese · say it like voh-seh eh boh-nee-tah

The most natural way to say "You are beautiful" in Portuguese is Você é bonita. 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

Você é lindo
Used when addressing a male.
Tu és bonita
More common in some regions, like the south of Brazil.

When to use it

Use this phrase to compliment someone on their appearance. It can be used in both casual and formal settings. Make sure to match the gender of the person you are addressing.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Você é bonita, sempre ilumina o ambiente.You are beautiful, you always brighten the environment.
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'linda' instead of 'bonita' when complimenting someone, as both are correct but can have slightly different connotations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Você é bonita, 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 someone I just met?

Yes, but it depends on the context and your relationship with the person.

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