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How to Say ‘I'm Ana’ in Portuguese

Sou a Ana

soh-oo ah ah-nah

[soh-oo ah ah-nah]

💬 Usage Tip: In Portugal, introducing yourself with Sou a Ana is very common; the article before the name is normal. You'll hear the same pattern with men too: Sou o Miguel.

Phrase Breakdown

Sou

[soh-oo]

I am

First person singular present of 'be'.

Example

Sou a Ana, prazer em conhecer.

I am Ana, nice to meet you.

[ah]

the

Definite article used for feminine nouns.

Example

A casa é linda.

The house is beautiful.

Ana

[ah-nah]

Ana

A common given name in Portuguese-speaking countries.

Example

Sou a Ana, prazer em conhecer.

I am Ana, nice to meet you.

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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