É mais barato
Is cheaper
Language note: Comparative: “mais + adjective” = “more + adjective.” Opposite: “mais caro” (more expensive).
Culture note: Prices vary a lot with promotions; Portuguese travelers love a good “promo” fare.
Context: The clerk explains the key advantage of that option: price.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
É
[eh]
is
Used to describe price/quality comparisons: “é mais barato” = it is cheaper.
É mais barato ir no Intercidades.
It's cheaper to go on the Intercidades.
mais
[mysh]
more
Comparative marker used with adjectives/adverbs: “mais barato” = cheaper.
É mais rápido mas mais caro; é mais barato no Intercidades.
It’s faster but more expensive; it’s cheaper on the Intercidades.
barato
[bah-RAH-too]
cheap / inexpensive
Adjective related to price. “mais barato” = cheaper; “o mais barato” = the cheapest.
O bilhete é barato se comprares com antecedência.
The ticket is cheap if you buy it in advance.
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