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How to Say ‘Is more direct’ in Portuguese

É mais direta

eh mysh dee-REH-tuh

[eh mysh dee-REH-tuh]

💬 Usage Tip: [Mais] works like [more] before an adjective: [mais direta], [mais rápido], [mais caro]. The ending of the adjective changes to match the noun, so [direta] here goes with feminine [avenida].

Phrase Breakdown

É

[eh]

is

Form of 'ser' used to describe a characteristic.

Example

É a melhor opção agora.

It is the best option now.

mais

[mysh]

more

Used in comparisons.

Example

É mais segura durante o dia.

It is safer during the day.

direta

[dee-REH-tuh]

direct

Means more straightforward, with fewer turns or detours.

Example

Esta rota direta evita ruas pequenas.

This direct route avoids small streets.

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