Eu tenho alergia a nozes
I have a nut allergy
Language note: Absolutely crucial to communicate.
Culture note: Helpful to know when ordering in restaurants.
Context: You inform the barista of your nut allergy, impacting your milk choice.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Eu
[eu]
I
Referring to oneself.
Eu sempre verifico o menu porque eu tenho alergia a nozes.
I always check the menu because I have a nut allergy.
tenho
[teh-nyo]
have
Possess a certain quality, trait, or condition.
Eu tenho alergia, então preciso de cuidado.
I have an allergy, so I need to be careful.
alergia
[ah-lehr-zhee-ah]
allergy
A hypersensitive reaction to a substance that is normally harmless.
Devido à minha alergia a nozes, evito sobremesas.
Due to my nut allergy, I avoid desserts.
a
[ah]
to
Denotes a direction or attachment.
Eu sou alérgico a nozes, então preciso evitar.
I am allergic to nuts, so I need to avoid them.
nozes
[noh-zehz]
nuts
Hard-shelled edible seed or fruit.
A minha alergia a nozes é grave.
My allergy to nuts is severe.
Phrase Parts
Eu
Tenho alergia
A nozes
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