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How to Say ‘How nice!’ in Portuguese

Que bom!

keh bohng

[keh bohng]

🇵🇹 In Portugal: Que bom! is a warm, natural reaction to good news or shared enthusiasm. In Portugal it feels friendly and positive, not exaggerated.

Phrase Breakdown

Que

[keh]

how / what

Here que adds emphasis, like saying how nice or that's great.

Example

Que surpresa ver Portugal na final!

What a surprise to see Portugal in the final!

bom

[bohng]

good / nice

Bom means good; in this expression it shows pleasure or approval.

Example

É bom apoiar a mesma equipa que os amigos.

It is nice to support the same team as your friends.

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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