Você
You
Language note: Commonly used in Portugal, but less formal than 'Senhor'.
Culture note: In European Portuguese, 'tu' is informal and 'você' can be more formal, depending on the region.
Context: You point out that the individual being addressed needs to listen.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Você
[vo-SEH]
You
A pronoun used to address the person one is speaking to.
Você deve estudar mais.
You should study more.
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