Vamos
Let's go
Language note: Literally “we go”. Used like English “Let’s…”. Example: “Vamos embora!” = “Let’s leave!”.
Culture note: “Vamos” is everywhere in Portugal—friends, staff, even announcements use it to keep things moving.
Context: The clerk suggests you proceed to purchase together, starting with 'Let’s go…'
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Vamos
[VAH-moosh]
Let’s go / Let’s (do it)
From “ir” (to go). Used to suggest an action together, e.g., heading to the station or platform.
Vamos para a estação de Campanhã apanhar o comboio.
Let’s go to Campanhã station to catch the train.
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