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How to Say ‘It's totally fine’ in Portuguese

Dá na boa

da na boa

[da na boa]

💬 Usage Tip: Dar shows up in lots of everyday expressions where English wouldn't use give. Here dá means something like works/is fine, as in dá jeito or não dá.

Phrase Breakdown

Dá

[da]

It's okay

Used to express that something is acceptable or fine to do.

Example

Se não puderes vir, dá na boa.

If you can't come, it's okay.

[na]

in the

Used to convey being in a certain state or location.

Example

Ele vive na cidade.

He lives in the city.

boa

[boa]

good

Everything is alright or okay.

Example

O jantar correu na boa.

The dinner went well.

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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