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How to Say ‘I speak a little’ in Portuguese

Falo um pouco

FAH-loo oom POH-koo

[FAH-loo oom POH-koo]

💬 Usage Tip: The -o on falo already means "I", so no separate word for "I" is needed. The same works with other verbs: percebo "I understand".

Phrase Breakdown

Falo

[FAH-loo]

I speak

First person of 'falar'; used to say what language you speak.

Example

Falo um pouco de português no restaurante.

I speak a little Portuguese in the restaurant.

[oom]

Masculine singular indefinite article meaning 'a' or 'one'.

Example

É um pouco cedo hoje.

It is a little early today.

pouco

[POH-koo]

little / bit

Indicates a small amount.

Example

Só há pouco trânsito agora.

There is only a little traffic now.

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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