How to Say ‘The next bus.’ in Portuguese
O próximo autocarro.
💬 Usage Tip: “próximo” = next. Stress: PRÓ-xi-mo. “autocarro” again = PT-PT bus word.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: If you say this while pointing at the departures board, people will instantly understand.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
O
[oo]
the (masculine singular)
Definite article used with a masculine noun like “autocarro”.
O autocarro sai às 10h30.
The bus leaves at 10:30.
próximo
[PROH-shee-moo]
next
“próximo” means “next” (masculine singular), agreeing with “autocarro”.
O próximo autocarro para Lisboa sai às 10h30.
The next bus to Lisbon leaves at 10:30.
autocarro
[ow-too-KAR-roo]
bus (Portugal)
In Portugal, “autocarro” is the common word for intercity bus/coach.
O autocarro para Lisboa é direto.
The bus to Lisbon is direct.
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