Signification
Used to introduce yourself.
Contexte culturel
In Portugal, 'Chamo-me' is the standard. Using 'Me chamo' might sound slightly Brazilian, though it is understood. In Brazil, 'Me chamo' is the most common way to introduce yourself. 'Chamo-me' is also understood but sounds more formal or European. Similar to Portugal, 'Chamo-me' is widely used in formal and neutral contexts. The usage follows the European Portuguese standard, favoring 'Chamo-me'.
Regional Awareness
Remember that 'Chamo-me' is standard in Portugal, while 'Me chamo' is the norm in Brazil.
Don't forget the 'me'
Without the 'me', the sentence is incomplete and sounds unnatural to native speakers.
Signification
Used to introduce yourself.
Regional Awareness
Remember that 'Chamo-me' is standard in Portugal, while 'Me chamo' is the norm in Brazil.
Don't forget the 'me'
Without the 'me', the sentence is incomplete and sounds unnatural to native speakers.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
Olá, _________ Maria.
The reflexive pronoun 'me' is required for the first person.
Which is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
The correct reflexive form is 'Chamo-me'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Como te chamas? B: _________.
The speaker is answering for themselves, so the first person is required.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesOlá, _________ Maria.
The reflexive pronoun 'me' is required for the first person.
Which sentence is correct?
The correct reflexive form is 'Chamo-me'.
A: Como te chamas? B: _________.
The speaker is answering for themselves, so the first person is required.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it is perfectly professional and polite.
It is not 'wrong', but it will immediately identify you as a speaker influenced by Brazilian Portuguese.
It reflects the idea that you are 'calling yourself' by a name.
Expressions liées
O meu nome é
synonymMy name is
Muito prazer
builds onNice to meet you
Como se chama?
contrastWhat is your name?
Me chamo
similarMy name is (Brazilian)
