➕5️⃣👥

How to Say ‘And if there are five of us’ in Portuguese

E se formos cinco

ee suh FOR-moosh SEEN-koo

[ee suh FOR-moosh SEEN-koo]

💬 Usage Tip: After se "if", talking about a possible future, ser becomes formos rather than somos "we are". Same pattern: se for possível "if it's possible".

Phrase Breakdown

E se formos

ee suh FOR-moosh

And if we are

'Formos' is the future subjunctive of 'ser', used after 'se' (if). Say 'ee s FOR-mush'.

Example

E se formos amanhã?

And what if we go tomorrow?

Words in this phrase

[ee]

and

A simple connector joining two qualities or ideas.

Example

Procuro um ambiente aberto e humano.

I am looking for an open and human environment.

[suh]

A conjunction used to introduce a condition politely.

Example

Comecei com «Se» for possível para fazer um pedido com cuidado.

I started with “If” possible to make a request carefully.

formos

[FOR-moosh]

we are / we were (if)

Future subjunctive of 'ser' for 'we', used after 'se' for possible future situations.

Example

Se formos muitos, reservamos duas mesas.

If there are many of us, we'll book two tables.

cinco

[SEEN-koo]

five

The number 5.

Example

Somos cinco pessoas.

We are five people.

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.

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered feedback on what you say out loud

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Lessons for Your Situation

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Get Full Lesson

What Learners Are Saying

“Moved to Lisbon with zero Portuguese and honestly thought I’d be pointing at menus forever. Three weeks in and I’m having real conversations with my landlord.”

Priya N., 35, Freelance Designer

“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”

Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager

“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”

Alex M., 42, Software Engineer