How to Say ‘Or close-knit?’ in Portuguese
Ou próximo?
oh PROH-see-moo
[oh PROH-see-moo]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: As a follow-up after [O ambiente é mais formal?], this sounds natural and conversational. On its own, though, it relies on the previous question for full meaning.
Phrase Breakdown
Ou
[oh]
or
Introduces the second option in a question about company culture.
A cultura é formal ou mais próxima das pessoas?
Is the culture formal or closer to people?
Próximo?
PROH-see-moo
Close / nearby?
As a question, it asks whether something is physically or emotionally close, or approachable.
O escritório fica próximo?
Is the office nearby?
Words in this phrase
próximo
[PROH-see-moo]
close; approachable
Used to describe people or environments that feel friendly, accessible, and human.
Num ambiente próximo, é mais fácil pedir ajuda.
In an approachable environment, it is easier to ask for help.
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