How to Say ‘You must know’ in Portuguese
Deve conhecer
deh-veh con-yay-sair
[deh-veh con-yay-sair]
💬 Usage Tip: Suggests presumed knowledge, adding intrigue.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Often leads to revealing interesting facts or stories.
Phrase Breakdown
Deve
[deh-veh]
Must know
Intends to state one should be aware of something or have familiarity with.
Você deve conhecer os locais frequentados aqui no bar.
You must know the common places here at the bar.
conhecer
[con-yay-sair]
Know
Encompasses having awareness or familiarity with.
Ele deve conhecer todos os secretos daqui.
He must know all the secrets here.
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