How to Say ‘But I'm better.’ in Portuguese
Mas estou melhor.
mahsh esh-TOH mely-OR
[mahsh esh-TOH mely-OR]
Phrase Breakdown
Mas
[mahsh]
but
Introduces a positive contrast after mentioning a problem.
Andei cansado, mas continuo animado.
I have been tired, but I am still cheerful.
Estou melhor
esh-TOH mely-OR
I’m better
Means the person’s condition has improved.
Hoje estou melhor.
Today I’m better.
Words in this phrase
estou
[esh-TOH]
I am
Used to describe a current state or feeling.
Agora estou mais descansado.
Now I am more rested.
melhor
[mely-OR]
better
Shows improvement compared to before.
Depois do fim de semana, sinto-me melhor.
After the weekend, I feel better.
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