Eles eram engraçados, e isso é bom.
They were funny, and that is good.
Context: A lighter moment arises, discussing the merit in humor during the trial.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Eles
[eh-less]
They
Used to refer to two or more people or things.
Eles curtiram a festa.
They enjoyed the party.
eram
[eh-raham]
were
Past tense of are; used to describe a past state or condition.
Eles eram vizinhos.
They were neighbors.
engraçados
[eing-grah-sah-doos]
funny
Causing laughter or amusement.
Os atores são engraçados.
The actors are funny.
e
[ee]
and
Used to connect words of the same part of speech.
E agora?
And now?
isso
[ee-so]
this
Referring to a specific thing or situation.
Isso é real.
This is real.
é
[eh]
is
Third person singular present of be.
Ela é minha irmã.
She is my sister.
bom
[bohn]
good
To be desired or approved of.
Café é bom
Coffee is good.
Phrase Parts
Eles eram engraçados,
E isso é bom.
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