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How to Say ‘I would like’ in Portuguese

Eu gostaria

eh-ew go-stah-REE-ah

[eh-ew go-stah-REE-ah]

💬 Usage Tip: In Portugal, Eu is often dropped when it's already clear from the verb, so Gostaria on its own often means the same as Eu gostaria. That makes requests sound natural and less heavy.

Phrase Breakdown

[eh-ew]

I would like

Used to express a polite desire or wish.

Example

Eu gostaria de reservar uma mesa.

I would like to reserve a table.

gostaria

[go-stah-REE-ah]

I would like

Used to express a polite desire or wish.

Example

Eu gostaria de visitar Portugal.

I would like to visit Portugal.

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