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How to Say ‘I want this’ in Portuguese

Quero isto

keh-roo ees-too

[keh-roo ees-too]

🇵🇹 In Portugal: This will be understood, but in a restaurant it can sound a bit blunt on its own. Softer options like Queria isto or adding por favor are more natural with staff.

Phrase Breakdown

Quero

[keh-roo]

I want

Used to express a desire for something.

Example

Quero isto, por favor.

I want this, please.

isto

[ees-too]

this

Refers to a specific object or item that is nearby.

Example

Quero isto para a sobremesa.

I want this for dessert.

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