Vou.
I'm going.
Language note: From verb “ir” (to go). “Vou” can mean “I’m going (there)” or “I’m going to…” depending on context.
Culture note: You’ll hear “Vou já” = “I’m going now / coming right away” in everyday talk.
Context: You also answer with the verb to make it clear you are going.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Vou
[voh]
I’m going / I will go
1st-person singular of "ir" (to go). Often answers a question like "Vais?" or confirms a plan.
Vou de metro até à estação e depois sigo para Lisboa.
I’m going by subway to the station and then I continue to Lisbon.
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