É melhor?
Is better?
Language note: As written it’s incomplete; in real life you’d say: “Qual é melhor?” = “Which is better?”
Culture note: Portuguese people often compare options directly: “Qual é melhor, o Alfa ou o Intercidades?”
Context: You add that you want the best option, so you ask if one is better.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
É
[eh]
Is it?
Form of “ser” (to be): “é” = “is/it is”. Used to ask or state something.
É melhor comprar o bilhete com antecedência?
Is it better to buy the ticket in advance?
melhor
[mel-YOR]
better
Comparative of “bom/boa” (good). Used to compare options (better, best choice).
É melhor ir de comboio do Porto para Lisboa.
It's better to go by train from Porto to Lisbon.
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