15秒でわかる
- Directly asks 'How old are you?'
- Standard phrase for all ages.
- Uses `você` for politeness.
- Literal meaning: 'How many years do you have?'
意味
これはポルトガル語で相手の年齢を尋ねる標準的な方法です。直接的ですが、通常は丁寧で、特に `você` を使用する場合にそうです。公式な書類、カジュアルな会話、または単に好奇心から、誰かの年齢を知る必要がある場合の頼りになる質問と考えてください。非常にわかりやすく、隠された意味はありません！
主な例文
3 / 12Texting a new acquaintance
Oi! Foi legal te conhecer ontem. Quantos anos você tem?
Hi! It was nice meeting you yesterday. How old are you?
At a doctor's appointment
Por favor, pode me dizer seu nome completo e quantos anos você tem?
Please, can you tell me your full name and how old you are?
Meeting a friend's parent
Prazer em conhecê-lo(a)! Seu filho(a) fala muito de você. Quantos anos você tem?
Nice to meet you! Your son/daughter talks a lot about you. How old are you?
文化的背景
Brazilians are generally very open about age, but it's polite to compliment someone by saying they look younger ('Você parece mais novo/a'). In Portugal, the distinction between 'tu' and 'você' is much stricter. Use 'Quantos anos tens?' only with close friends. Respect for elders is paramount. Asking an elder's age is often done to show deference to their experience. Similar to other Lusophone African countries, age is often associated with communal responsibility.
The 'Ter' Rule
Always remember: in Portuguese, you HAVE years, you aren't years.
Avoid 'Velho'
Don't ask 'How old are you' using the word 'velho' (old). It sounds rude.
15秒でわかる
- Directly asks 'How old are you?'
- Standard phrase for all ages.
- Uses `você` for politeness.
- Literal meaning: 'How many years do you have?'
What It Means
This phrase is your key to unlocking someone's age in Portuguese. It literally asks 'How many years do you have?' but the meaning is simply 'How old are you?'. It's the most common and direct way to get this information. Think of it as the default setting for asking about age.
How To Use It
You'll use this phrase in tons of situations. Meeting new people? Ask Quantos anos você tem?. Filling out a form? It might be there. Even if you're just curious about a friend's birthday, this is your phrase. It's versatile, so don't overthink it!
Formality & Register
This phrase sits comfortably in the neutral zone. Using você makes it polite enough for most situations. You wouldn't typically use it in a super formal setting with someone you'd address as o senhor or a senhora. But for everyday interactions, it's perfect. It's like your favorite pair of jeans – goes with almost everything.
Real-Life Examples
Imagine meeting someone new at a party: 'Oi, tudo bem? Quantos anos você tem?' Or maybe you're helping a tourist: 'Você precisa de um bilhete? Quantos anos você tem para o desconto de criança?' It's used everywhere from casual chats to official settings where age matters.
When To Use It
Use this when you need to know someone's age and it's appropriate to ask. This includes making friends, filling out official documents (like for a library card or a gym membership), or when discussing age-related matters like discounts or eligibility. It’s also common when you’re getting to know someone better and the conversation naturally leads there. It’s a standard question in many social contexts.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this phrase with elders you want to show extra respect to, especially if you'd normally use o senhor/a senhora. In those cases, a more indirect approach or avoiding the question altogether is better. Also, if you're in a very high-stakes formal setting or meeting someone for the first time in a very professional capacity where age is irrelevant, it might seem a bit too personal. Don't ask your new boss on day one, unless they bring it up first!
Common Mistakes
A big one is forgetting the question mark! Portuguese relies on intonation, but writing needs punctuation. Also, mixing up tem (from ter - to have) with other verb forms can happen. Another common slip is using the wrong pronoun, like tu without conjugating ter correctly for tu (tens). It's like trying to put a square peg in a round hole – it just doesn't fit right.
Common Variations
In Portugal, you might hear Quantos anos tens? if they use tu instead of você. In some very informal or regional contexts, people might shorten it or use slang, but Quantos anos você tem? is the universal standard. Sometimes, for elders, people might ask more indirectly, like 'Você já tem idade para...?' (Are you old enough for...?).
Real Conversations
Scenario 1: Meeting a new colleague
Maria
Ana
Scenario 2: At a doctor's office
Receptionist
Patient
Scenario 3: Texting a friend
You
Friend
You
Quick FAQ
Q. Is it rude to ask Quantos anos você tem?
A. Generally no, especially with você. It's a common question. But always read the room! Some people are sensitive about their age.
Q. Can I use this with children?
A. Yes, it's perfectly fine for children. They usually don't mind sharing their age. Just make sure your tone is friendly.
Q. What if someone asks me Quantos anos você tem?
A. You can answer directly, like 'Tenho X anos' (I am X years old). Or, if you prefer not to say, you can deflect politely: 'Ah, sou mais velho(a) que você!' (Oh, I'm older than you!).
使い方のコツ
This phrase is a standard, neutral way to ask someone's age. While generally polite with `você`, avoid it in extremely formal settings or with elders where `o senhor/a senhora` might be more appropriate. Be mindful of cultural sensitivities around age, as it can sometimes be a personal topic.
The 'Ter' Rule
Always remember: in Portuguese, you HAVE years, you aren't years.
Avoid 'Velho'
Don't ask 'How old are you' using the word 'velho' (old). It sounds rude.
Complimenting
If someone tells you their age, it's always safe to say they look younger!
例文
12Oi! Foi legal te conhecer ontem. Quantos anos você tem?
Hi! It was nice meeting you yesterday. How old are you?
Casual and friendly, suitable for getting to know someone better.
Por favor, pode me dizer seu nome completo e quantos anos você tem?
Please, can you tell me your full name and how old you are?
Professional and direct, necessary for patient records.
Prazer em conhecê-lo(a)! Seu filho(a) fala muito de você. Quantos anos você tem?
Nice to meet you! Your son/daughter talks a lot about you. How old are you?
Slightly more formal due to the respect for an elder, but still uses `você`.
Mais um ano de vida! 🎉 Quantos anos você tem mesmo? Brincadeira! 😜
Another year of life! 🎉 How old are you again? Just kidding! 😜
Humorous and self-aware, playing with the question.
Campo obrigatório: Quantos anos você tem?
Required field: How old are you?
Standard form language, very direct.
Que desenho legal! Quantos anos você tem para poder assistir a este filme?
What a cool drawing! How old are you to be able to watch this movie?
Simple and direct, asking about age for context.
✗ Quantos idades você é? → ✓ Quantos anos você tem?
✗ How many ages are you? → ✓ How old are you?
Incorrect grammar, mixing 'idades' (ages) and 'é' (is/are).
✗ Quantos anos ele tem? (when asking about yourself) → ✓ Quantos anos eu tenho?
✗ How many years does he have? → ✓ How many years do I have?
Using the third person 'ele tem' instead of the first person 'eu tenho' when asking about oneself.
Nossa, você parece tão jovem! Quantos anos você tem?
Wow, you look so young! How old are you?
Expresses genuine surprise and curiosity.
Vocês oferecem desconto para estudantes? Quantos anos você tem para saber se me qualifico?
Do you offer student discounts? How old are you so I know if I qualify?
Practical application of asking for age to determine eligibility.
Quantos anos tens?
How old are you?
Uses 'tu' conjugation, common in Portugal and informal Brazilian contexts.
Poderia informar quantos anos você tem, por gentileza?
Could you inform how old you are, please?
Adding 'poderia informar' and 'por gentileza' increases politeness.
自分をテスト
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'ter'.
Quantos anos você _______?
We use 'tem' for the subject 'você'.
Which sentence is the correct way to ask age in Portuguese?
Select the correct option:
This is the standard grammatical structure.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Oi! Eu tenho 20 anos. E você? B: Eu _______ 22 anos.
The first person singular of 'ter' is 'tenho'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which phrase would you use with an elderly stranger?
'O senhor' is the respectful way to address an older man.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Be vs Have
練習問題バンク
4 問題Quantos anos você _______?
We use 'tem' for the subject 'você'.
Select the correct option:
This is the standard grammatical structure.
A: Oi! Eu tenho 20 anos. E você? B: Eu _______ 22 anos.
The first person singular of 'ter' is 'tenho'.
Which phrase would you use with an elderly stranger?
'O senhor' is the respectful way to address an older man.
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よくある質問
10 問No, that is grammatically incorrect. You must use the verb 'ter'.
Generally no, especially among peers, but use common sense with elders.
'Você tem' is standard in Brazil; 'tu tens' is standard in Portugal.
Use 'Eu estou fazendo 20 anos'.
In casual speech, you can just say the number: 'Tenho vinte'.
Say 'Quantos anos vocês têm?' (note the plural verb).
Yes, it sounds slightly more professional.
Because it agrees with 'anos', which is a plural noun.
Yes! 'Quantos anos tem esse prédio?' is perfectly fine.
You can say 'Ele tem uns 20 anos' (He is about 20).
関連フレーズ
Fazer anos
builds onTo have a birthday
Maior de idade
specialized formOf legal age
Aniversário
similarBirthday
Idoso
contrastElderly
