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How to Say ‘I would like’ in Portuguese

Eu gostaria

eh-oo goh-stah-REE-ah

[eh-oo goh-stah-REE-ah]

💬 Usage Tip: In European Portuguese, eu is often dropped because the verb already shows who means "I". So Gostaria by itself can already mean "I would like."

Phrase Breakdown

[eh-oo]

I would like

This phrase is used to politely express a desire for something.

Example

Eu gostaria de um café com leite.

I would like a coffee with milk.

gostaria

[goh-stah-REE-ah]

Would like

Part of the phrase expressing a polite request.

Example

Eu gostaria de saber mais sobre as opções de leite.

I would like to know more about the milk options.

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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