How to Say ‘So be it’ in Portuguese
Que assim seja
keh ah-seem say-jah
[keh ah-seem say-jah]
💬 Usage Tip: This phrase is quite formal and is often used to express acceptance.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Frequently used in religious or philosophical contexts, much like 'Amen'.
Phrase Breakdown
Que
[keh]
May
Used to express a wish or hope.
Que teus sonhos se realizem.
May your dreams come true.
assim
[ah-seem]
thus
In this way or manner; therefore.
Assim concluímos nossa tarefa.
Thus, we completed our task.
seja
[say-jah]
be
Used to express a wish or a command.
Seja feita a tua vontade.
Be your will done.
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