How do you say "We arranged the pick-up." in Portuguese?

"We arranged the pick-up." in Portuguese is "Combinámos a recolha.". This phrase is commonly used in Portugal.

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How to Say ‘We arranged the pick-up.’ in Portuguese

Q: What does "Combinámos a recolha." mean in English?

"Combinámos a recolha." means "We arranged the pick-up." in English. Usage tip: The [á] in [combinámos] marks a finished past action. You'll see the same pattern in pairs like [falámos] vs [falamos].

Combinámos a recolha.

kohm-bee-NAH-moosh ah reh-KOHL-yah

[kohm-bee-NAH-moosh ah reh-KOHL-yah]

💬 Usage Tip: The [á] in [combinámos] marks a finished past action. You'll see the same pattern in pairs like [falámos] vs [falamos].

Phrase Breakdown

Combinámos

[kohm-bee-NAH-moosh]

we agreed

Shows that an arrangement was already made, useful in a dispute about location.

Example

Combinámos a recolha para as três da tarde.

We agreed on the pick-up for three in the afternoon.

A recolha

ah reh-KOHL-yah

The pickup / collection

Recolha means a collection or pickup, often in the context of transport or picking something up.

Example

A recolha será amanhã.

The pickup will be tomorrow.

Words in this phrase

[ah]

the

Feminine singular article referring to a specific pick-up arrangement.

Example

Combinámos a recolha junto à receção.

We agreed on the pick-up next to the reception desk.

recolha

[reh-KOHL-yah]

pick-up

The arranged collection of a passenger by taxi or car.

Example

Combinámos a recolha em frente ao hotel.

We agreed on the pick-up in front of the hotel.

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