Eu não gosto disto.
I don't like this
Language note: Avoids 'hate' and is more neutral and softer.
Culture note: Be mindful of tone to maintain politeness when expressing dislikes.
Context: The friend suggests something you don't like at all.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Eu
[euh]
I
Used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself.
Eu gosto de chocolate.
I like chocolate.
não
[nohng]
Do not / Not
Used to express the negative of other words.
Eu não quero sair agora.
I do not want to go out now.
gosto
[GOHS-too]
Like
To enjoy something or feel pleased by it.
Eu gosto de ler.
I like to read.
disto
[DEES-too]
This
Refers to something close to the speaker.
Eu não gosto disto, prefiro aquilo.
I don't like this, I prefer that.
Phrase Parts
Eu
I
Used as the subject pronoun for the first person.
Eu gosto de música.
I like music.
não gosto
do not like
Expresses a lack of preference or enjoyment.
Eu não gosto de café.
I do not like coffee.
disto
this
Refers to something near the speaker.
Disto não estou seguro.
I am not sure about this.
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