Signification
Used to introduce oneself or state one's identity.
Contexte culturel
Brazilians are very informal. Even in business, 'Eu sou o [Nome]' is common, whereas in other cultures, the last name is preferred. In Portugal, dropping the 'Eu' is a sign of native-level fluency. Saying 'Sou de Lisboa' sounds more natural than 'Eu sou de Lisboa'. Introductions often involve family lineage. 'Eu sou filho de...' is a common way to establish identity.
The Mirror Test
If you can see it in a mirror (like your face or height), use 'Eu sou'.
Gender Matters
Always check if your adjective ends in -o (masculine) or -a (feminine).
Signification
Used to introduce oneself or state one's identity.
The Mirror Test
If you can see it in a mirror (like your face or height), use 'Eu sou'.
Gender Matters
Always check if your adjective ends in -o (masculine) or -a (feminine).
Drop the 'Eu'
In Portugal, just say 'Sou' to sound like a local.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct form to introduce yourself.
___ o Carlos.
Use 'Eu sou' for names.
Complete the sentence with your nationality.
Eu ___ americano.
Nationality is a permanent trait.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Eu sou inteligente.
Intelligence is considered an inherent characteristic.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Quem é você? B: Eu ___ o novo gerente.
A job title is an identity marker.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Ser vs Estar
Banque d exercices
4 exercices___ o Carlos.
Use 'Eu sou' for names.
Eu ___ americano.
Nationality is a permanent trait.
Eu sou inteligente.
Intelligence is considered an inherent characteristic.
A: Quem é você? B: Eu ___ o novo gerente.
A job title is an identity marker.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsNo! In Portuguese, you 'have' years. Use 'Eu tenho [X] anos'.
It is neutral. It works in any situation.
In Brazil, yes (Eu sou o João). In Portugal, it's optional but common.
Yes, religion is considered a permanent part of identity.
Even if you change jobs, while you hold the job, it is your identity. Use 'Eu sou'.
That is a different structure: 'Eu estou sendo'.
Expressions liées
Meu nome é
similarMy name is
Eu estou
contrastI am (temporary)
Sou eu
builds onIt's me
