Bem-vindo a Portugal!
Welcome to Portugal!
Language note: The feminine form is 'Bem-vinda' if addressing a woman.
Culture note: Portuguese people are known for their hospitality. You're likely to hear this phrase often as you settle in!
Context: You have just arrived in Portugal and your friend is greeting you at the airport.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Bem-vindo
[behm-VEEN-doo]
Welcome
Used to greet someone arriving somewhere.
Seja bem-vindo a Portugal!
Welcome to Portugal!
a
[ah]
to
Indicates direction or destination.
Bem-vindo a Portugal!
Welcome to Portugal!
Portugal
[PORT-shoo-gahl]
Portugal
A country in southern Europe.
Bem-vindo a Portugal!
Welcome to Portugal!
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