How to Say ‘Yes, you can.’ in Portuguese
Podes sim.
POH-desh seeng
[POH-desh seeng]
💬 Usage Tip: [Sim] often gets added after the verb for a warm, clear yes: [podes sim], [quero sim], [foi sim]. It's not a different meaning, just a more explicit or reassuring yes.
Phrase Breakdown
Podes
[POH-desh]
you can
Informal singular form used to allow or approve something.
Ouvi «Podes» e percebi que havia permissão.
I heard “You can” and understood there was permission.
sim
[seeng]
yes / certainly
Adds emphasis and reassurance, like saying 'yes, go ahead'.
O «sim» tornou a resposta mais calorosa.
The “yes” made the reply warmer.
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