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How to Say ‘How about’ in Portuguese

Que tal

keh tahl

[keh tahl]

💬 Usage Tip: Que tal is a fixed expression for making suggestions: Que tal um vinho? = "How about a wine?" Don't read tal here as its usual separate meanings — together it works like one chunk.

Phrase Breakdown

Que

[keh]

How about

Used to suggest something.

Example

Que tal irmos ao cinema?

How about we go to the movies?

tal

[tahl]

about

Used to refer to a suggestion or consideration.

Example

Que tal jantarmos fora?

How about we have dinner out?

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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