Caminhar é ótimo para a saúde.
Walking is great for health.
Language note: Use 'para' to denote purpose or result.
Culture note: Fitness and well-being are highly valued in Portuguese society.
Context: They agree that walking is beneficial.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Caminhar
[kah-mee-nyar]
to walk
To move at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each foot in turn, never having both feet off the ground at once.
Gostamos de caminhar porque é saudável.
We like to walk because it's healthy.
é
[eh]
is
Third person singular of the verb 'to be'.
O exercício é bom para a saúde.
Exercise is good for health.
ótimo
[aw-tee-moo]
great
Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average.
Caminhar é ótimo para relaxar a mente.
Walking is great for relaxing the mind.
para
[pa-rah]
for
Used as a function word to indicate purpose.
Exercícios são ótimos para a saúde.
Exercises are great for health.
a
[ah]
the
Definite article in Portuguese used before singular nouns.
Cuidar da saúde é importante.
Taking care of health is important.
saúde
[sah-oo-deh]
health
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Andar é bom para a saúde e bem-estar geral.
Walking is good for health and overall well-being.
Phrase Parts
Caminhar
Walking
The act of moving with regular steps.
Caminhar ao ar livre é revigorante.
Walking outdoors is refreshing.
é ótimo
is great
Indicates a beneficial or favorable condition.
Comer frutas é ótimo.
Eating fruits is great.
para a saúde
for health
Relates to maintaining well-being.
Exercício é bom para a saúde.
Exercise is good for health.
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