PrettyFluent
This is just a lesson preview. Get the full interactive lesson free on PrettyFluent
🏃➡️

Nós também temos tentado ser mais ativos.

We have been trying to be more active.

Language note: The verb 'tentar' indicates effort or intention.

Context: They share that they, too, have been trying to be more active.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

Nós

[noh-ooce]

we

Used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself and one or more other people considered together.

Nós temos uma rotina saudável agora.

We have a healthy routine now.

também

[tahm-BEHM]

also

In addition; too.

Nós também gostamos de yoga.

We also like yoga.

temos

[TEHM-ooce]

we have

Used to indicate possession or a certain experience.

Temos tentado novos métodos.

We have tried new methods.

tentado

[ten-TAH-doo]

tried

Make an effort to accomplish something.

Temos tentado melhorar na academia.

We have tried to improve at the gym.

ser

[SEHR]

to be

Exist; used to show something or someone is or was true.

Quero ser mais saudável.

I want to be healthier.

mais

[mah-ees]

more

A greater or additional amount or degree.

Ela quer ser mais ativa neste ano.

She wants to be more active this year.

ativos

[ah-TEE-voos]

active

Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits.

Manter-se ativo é essencial.

Staying active is essential.

Phrase Parts

Nós também

We also

Indicates inclusion in a statement.

Nós também queremos ir.

We also want to go.

temos tentado

have been trying

Indicates an ongoing effort.

Temos tentado melhorar.

We have been trying to improve.

ser mais ativos

to be more active

To increase physical activity.

Quero ser mais ativo este ano.

I want to be more active this year.

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Custom Scenarios

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Download PrettyFluent on the App StoreDownload Full Lesson