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How to Say ‘How can I help?’ in Portuguese

Como posso ajudar?

KOH-moh poh-soo ah-zhoo-dar

[KOH-moh poh-soo ah-zhoo-dar]

Phrase Breakdown

Como

[KOH-moh]

How can I help?

A common question to offer assistance.

Example

A recepcionista perguntou: Como posso ajudar?

The receptionist asked: How can I help?

posso

[poh-soo]

Can I

Used inquiring about one's ability or permission to assist.

Example

Em seguida, perguntou: Posso ajudar?

Then he asked: Can I help?

ajudar

[ah-zhoo-dar]

To help

To offer support or assistance.

Example

Sempre estou pronto para ajudar meus amigos.

I am always ready to help my friends.

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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