Chega
Arrive (you) / Come (you)
Language note: From “chegar” (to arrive). Here it’s an informal instruction: “(Tu) chega…”. More neutral: “Chegue…”.
Culture note: Portuguese announcements/instructions often use the imperative to be efficient: “Chegue 15 minutos antes”.
Context: They give you advice about when to arrive before departure, starting with the verb 'arrive'.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Chega
[SHAY-guh]
Arrive / Come (you arrive)
From “chegar” (to arrive). Common in instructions: “Chega 15 minutos antes.” = “Arrive 15 minutes early.”
Chega cedo ao Terminal de Campanhã para apanhares o autocarro.
Arrive early at Campanhã terminal to catch the bus.
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