Senta-te aqui.
Sit here.
Language note: Informal invitation. Polite version: “Sente-se aqui.”
Culture note: On public transport, offering a seat is common etiquette (especially for older people, pregnant passengers, or with small kids).
Context: They say the full instruction naturally.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Senta-te
[SEN-tuh-tuh]
sit down (you)
Informal imperative (tu) inviting someone to sit; often said when offering a seat on the tram.
Senta-te aqui, este lugar está livre.
Sit here, this seat is free.
aqui
[ah-KEE]
here
Points to the specific spot being indicated (e.g., the seat you’re offering).
Senta-te aqui perto da janela.
Sit here near the window.
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