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How to Say ‘I'm the one who thanks you.’ in Portuguese

Eu é que agradeço.

eh-ooh eh kuh uh-gruh-DEH-soo

[eh-ooh eh kuh uh-gruh-DEH-soo]

🇵🇹 In Portugal: This is the gracious, standard reply when someone thanks you, especially a boss or client. It turns the thanks back to them and is warmer than just saying de nada "you're welcome".

Phrase Breakdown

Eu é que

eh-ooh eh kuh

It's me who

An emphasis structure that stresses 'eu'. Say it in one flow: 'EH-u EH k'.

Example

Eu é que pago.

I'm the one paying.

Words in this phrase

[eh-ooh]

Pronoun referring to oneself.

Example

Eu estou aqui.

I am here.

[eh]

Form of the verb 'ser' used to identify or state something.

Example

É meu interesse conhecer melhor a empresa.

It is my interest to get to know the company better.

que

[kuh]

that

Often used in expressions like claro que sim to reinforce the statement.

Example

Acho que podemos colaborar bem.

I think that we can collaborate well.

agradeço.

uh-gruh-DEH-soo

thank (you).

Say 'a-gra-DEH-su'. The 'ç' sounds like 's'. The whole phrase is a polite answer to a thank-you.

Example

Agradeço a sua atenção.

I appreciate your attention.

Words in this phrase

agradeço

[uh-gruh-DEH-soo]

I thank

Present of agradecer (to thank), I form.

Example

Agradeço a ajuda.

I appreciate the help.

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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