How do you say "I don't like this" in Portuguese?

"I don't like this" in Portuguese is "Eu não gosto disto.". This phrase is commonly used in Portugal.

What does "Eu não gosto disto." mean in English?

"Eu não gosto disto." means "I don't like this" in English. Usage tip: Avoids 'hate' and is more neutral and softer.

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How to Say ‘I don't like this’ in Portuguese

Eu não gosto disto.

💬 Usage Tip: Avoids 'hate' and is more neutral and softer.

🇵🇹 In Portugal: Be mindful of tone to maintain politeness when expressing dislikes.

Phrase Breakdown

Used as the subject pronoun for the first person.

Example

Eu gosto de música.

I like music.

não gosto

do not like

Expresses a lack of preference or enjoyment.

Example

Eu não gosto de café.

I do not like coffee.

disto

this

Refers to something near the speaker.

Example

Disto não estou seguro.

I am not sure about this.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

[euh]

Used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself.

Example

Eu gosto de chocolate.

I like chocolate.

não

[nohng]

Do not / Not

Used to express the negative of other words.

Example

Eu não quero sair agora.

I do not want to go out now.

gosto

[GOHS-too]

To enjoy something or feel pleased by it.

Example

Eu gosto de ler.

I like to read.

disto

[DEES-too]

This

Refers to something close to the speaker.

Example

Eu não gosto disto, prefiro aquilo.

I don't like this, I prefer that.

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