Está bem.
Okay.
Language note: Literally “It’s well.” Very common for “OK/All right.” Can be said firmly to end a topic politely.
Culture note: In Portugal, “Está bem” is a frequent, calm way to agree—often less enthusiastic than “Great!”, but totally positive.
Context: You confirm you understand and agree.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Está
[shtah]
It is / (that’s) is
From “estar”; in “Está bem” it helps form a common phrase meaning “Okay / All right.”
Está bem, vou chegar 15 minutos antes.
Okay, I will arrive 15 minutes early.
bem
[BAYNG]
well / OK / fine
Together with “Está” it forms “Está bem” = “OK / All right”, a very common reply when someone gives you instructions.
Está bem, obrigado pela ajuda.
Okay, thanks for the help.
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