15초 만에
- Use it to say 'in fact' or 'actually' during conversations.
- Perfect for correcting yourself or adding extra details smoothly.
- Works in both formal meetings and casual texts with friends.
뜻
You use this word when you want to add more information, correct yourself, or say 'by the way' or 'in fact.' It is the ultimate conversational pivot tool for clarifying what you just said.
주요 예문
3 / 6Correcting a lunch order
Eu quero um café, aliás, um cappuccino.
I want a coffee, actually, a cappuccino.
Adding detail in a meeting
O relatório está pronto. Aliás, eu já o enviei.
The report is ready. In fact, I've already sent it.
Texting a friend about a party
Vou chegar às 20h. Aliás, me espera na porta?
I'll arrive at 8 PM. By the way, can you wait for me at the door?
문화적 배경
Brazilians use 'aliás' to avoid being too direct. It's a way to 'soften' a correction or an addition so it doesn't sound like you're interrupting. In Portugal, 'aliás' is a hallmark of 'bem falar' (speaking well). It is used frequently in news broadcasts and political debates to refine arguments. In Luanda, 'aliás' is often used in storytelling to add dramatic flair to a description. In professional settings across the Lusophone world, 'aliás' is a 'power word' that allows you to add information without sounding like you forgot it earlier.
The 'Comma' Rule
Always put a comma before or after 'aliás' when it's inside a sentence. It sounds much more natural with that tiny pause.
Don't Overuse
Using 'aliás' in every sentence makes you sound indecisive. Use it only when you truly have a 'bonus' or a 'correction'.
15초 만에
- Use it to say 'in fact' or 'actually' during conversations.
- Perfect for correcting yourself or adding extra details smoothly.
- Works in both formal meetings and casual texts with friends.
What It Means
Aliás is a versatile connector. Think of it as a bridge between two thoughts. It often means 'in fact' or 'actually.' Sometimes it works like 'by the way.' It helps you refine your message. It is like a verbal 'undo' or 'edit' button. Use it to make your point stronger. Use it to fix a small mistake.
How To Use It
Place it at the start of a sentence. Or use it to link two clauses. It usually follows a statement you want to expand. If you say 'I like pizza,' you can add more. 'I like pizza. Aliás, I love it!' It adds emphasis to your true feelings. It feels very natural in spoken Portuguese. It makes you sound like a native speaker. Don't overthink the grammar here. Just drop it in when you have a better idea.
When To Use It
Use it when you realize you forgot a detail. Use it in business meetings to clarify a point. It works great when texting friends. Use it at a restaurant to change an order. 'I want water. Aliás, make it a juice.' It is perfect for storytelling. It keeps the flow of the conversation moving. It shows you are thinking as you speak. It is a very polite way to correct someone else too.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it to start a brand new topic. It needs a previous context to make sense. Don't use it if you are being extremely blunt. It adds a layer of explanation that might feel wordy. Avoid using it five times in one paragraph. It can become a repetitive verbal tic. If you are writing a very short, dry list, skip it. It is a conversational lubricant, not a structural pillar.
Cultural Background
Portuguese speakers love to nuance their speech. We rarely give a simple 'yes' or 'no.' Aliás reflects this cultural desire for precision. It comes from the Latin 'alias,' meaning 'otherwise.' In Portugal and Brazil, it is equally common. It bridges the gap between formal writing and casual chat. It shows you care about being understood correctly. It is a sign of a sophisticated communicator.
Common Variations
In very casual speech, some might use ou melhor. This means 'or rather.' You might also hear na verdade for 'actually.' However, aliás is more flexible than both. In some regions, people say por sinal. This is closer to 'by the way.' But aliás remains the king of corrections. It is the most 'adult' sounding of the bunch. Use it to sound smart and clear.
사용 참고사항
The word is perfectly neutral and fits in any register. Just be careful not to use it as a direct translation for the English noun 'alias'.
The 'Comma' Rule
Always put a comma before or after 'aliás' when it's inside a sentence. It sounds much more natural with that tiny pause.
Don't Overuse
Using 'aliás' in every sentence makes you sound indecisive. Use it only when you truly have a 'bonus' or a 'correction'.
Brazilian 'Por Sinal'
If you are in Brazil, try swapping 'aliás' for 'por sinal' occasionally to sound like a local.
Writing Transition
In essays, use 'aliás' to introduce your strongest argument last. It acts like a 'mic drop' word.
예시
6Eu quero um café, aliás, um cappuccino.
I want a coffee, actually, a cappuccino.
Used here to immediately correct a choice.
O relatório está pronto. Aliás, eu já o enviei.
The report is ready. In fact, I've already sent it.
Adds a stronger confirmation to the first statement.
Vou chegar às 20h. Aliás, me espera na porta?
I'll arrive at 8 PM. By the way, can you wait for me at the door?
Functions as 'by the way' to add a request.
Eu não estou irritada. Aliás, eu estou furiosa!
I am not annoyed. In fact, I am furious!
Used to escalate the intensity of the description.
Eu malho todos os dias. Aliás, uma vez por mês.
I work out every day. Or rather, once a month.
Creates a funny contrast between the lie and the truth.
Nós vamos à festa. Aliás, o João também vai.
We are going to the party. By the way, João is going too.
Adds a relevant piece of extra information.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with 'aliás' to add more information.
Eu adoro este restaurante. ________, a lasanha daqui é a melhor da cidade.
The second sentence adds a specific, positive detail about the restaurant mentioned in the first.
Which sentence uses 'aliás' as a correction?
Select the correct option:
In this sentence, 'aliás' is used to correct the date of the trip.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
Ana: 'Você viu o novo filme do Batman?' Pedro: 'Ainda não. ________, ouvi dizer que é muito longo.'
'Aliás' introduces a related piece of information (the length of the movie) to the topic.
Match the 'aliás' sentence to the correct context.
Sentence: 'O preço é justo. Aliás, está em promoção.'
The fact that it's on sale justifies why the price is considered fair.
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시각 학습 자료
The 3 Faces of Aliás
Correction
- • I mean...
- • Actually...
Addition
- • In fact...
- • Furthermore...
Pivot
- • By the way...
- • Speaking of...
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Eu adoro este restaurante. ________, a lasanha daqui é a melhor da cidade.
The second sentence adds a specific, positive detail about the restaurant mentioned in the first.
Select the correct option:
In this sentence, 'aliás' is used to correct the date of the trip.
Ana: 'Você viu o novo filme do Batman?' Pedro: 'Ainda não. ________, ouvi dizer que é muito longo.'
'Aliás' introduces a related piece of information (the length of the movie) to the topic.
Sentence: 'O preço é justo. Aliás, está em promoção.'
The fact that it's on sale justifies why the price is considered fair.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, it is very common to start a sentence with it to add to the previous one.
No. In English, 'alias' is a fake name. In Portuguese, it's a connector like 'in fact'.
'Além disso' only adds info. 'Aliás' can add info OR correct a mistake.
No, 'aliás' is an adverb and never changes.
No, use 'em vez de' for that.
In Brazil, usually like an 's'. In Portugal and Rio, like a 'sh'.
Yes, it is universal across the Lusofonia.
Absolutely, it helps you sound articulate and precise.
No, it is followed by the indicative mood.
관련 표현
além disso
synonymbesides / furthermore
por sinal
similarby the way
ou melhor
specialized formor rather
a propósito
similarspeaking of which
inclusive
builds onincluding / even
