Pela rota mais rápida
The fastest route
Language note: Common phrase for efficient travel.
Culture note: Time is valued in Portugal; drivers may presume you're in a rush if asked.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Pela
[PEH-lah]
By the
Used to indicate a route or path.
Vamos pela rota mais rápida para evitar o trânsito.
Let's go by the fastest route to avoid traffic.
rota
[ROH-tah]
Route
A way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination.
Qual rota devemos seguir?
Which route should we take?
mais
[MAH-is]
More
Used to form the comparative of adjectives and adverbs.
Esta é a forma mais inteligente.
This is the smarter way.
rápida
[HAH-pee-dah]
Fast
Moving or capable of moving at high speed.
Preciso de uma resposta rápida.
I need a fast answer.
Phrase Parts
Pela
Rota
Mais rápida
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