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How to Say ‘I'm an only child’ in Portuguese

Sou filho único

soh FEE-loo OO-nee-koo

[soh FEE-loo OO-nee-koo]

💬 Usage Tip: A woman says sou filha única. Note sou (from ser) is used, since being an only child is a lasting fact.

Phrase Breakdown

Sou

[soh]

I am

Used to introduce oneself with your name.

Example

Sou o João, prazer em conhecê-lo.

I am João, nice to meet you.

filho

[FEE-loo]

son

A male offspring in relation to his parents.

Example

Ele é um bom filho.

He is a good son.

único

[OO-nee-koo]

only, sole

Adjective meaning the only one; 'filho único' means an only child.

Example

Ela é filha única.

She is an only child.

Guides for Portuguese learners

The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in PortugalThe European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.

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