🙋🥦

How to Say ‘I am vegetarian.’ in Portuguese

Sou vegetariano.

soh veh-zheh-tah-ree-AH-noo

[soh veh-zheh-tah-ree-AH-noo]

💬 Usage Tip: The ending changes with who's speaking. A man says vegetariano, and a woman says vegetariana.

🇵🇹 In Portugal: Traditional Portuguese menus are very meat- and fish-heavy, and soups are often made with meat stock. It's worth asking.

Phrase Breakdown

Sou

[soh]

I am

First-person form of 'ser', used for permanent traits or conditions.

Example

Sou português.

I am Portuguese.

vegetariano

[veh-zheh-tah-ree-AH-noo]

vegetarian

Adjective/noun for someone who doesn't eat meat; feminine is 'vegetariana'.

Example

Tem pratos vegetarianos?

Do you have vegetarian dishes?

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