How to Say ‘To be here’ in Portuguese
Por estar aqui
poor es-tahr ah-kee
[poor es-tahr ah-kee]
💬 Usage Tip: Commonly used to express gratitude for the present moment.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Appreciating presence and togetherness is cherished in gatherings.
Phrase Breakdown
Por
[poor]
for
Used to indicate the reason or purpose.
Ele foi premiado por seu esforço.
He was awarded for his effort.
estar
[es-tahr]
being
To exist, live, or occupy a certain place or position.
Obrigado por estar aqui hoje.
Thank you for being here today.
aqui
[ah-kee]
here
In this place or location.
É bom estar aqui com vocês.
It's good to be here with you.
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