Meaning
Used to introduce a point that is similar to what was previously said.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, this phrase is a 'gold mine' for students taking the ENEM exam. Using it correctly in the essay can significantly boost the 'Cohesion' score. Portuguese speakers tend to use this in formal legal and administrative documents more frequently than in daily speech, maintaining a sharp divide between spoken and written registers. In formal African Portuguese contexts, such as political speeches or official news, this phrase is used to maintain a high level of rhetorical dignity. In Lusophone corporate environments, using this phrase in a PowerPoint presentation signals that you have a structured, logical mind.
The Semicolon Trick
For maximum C1 impact, use a semicolon before 'de igual modo' and a comma after it. It creates a perfect logical bridge.
Register Check
Don't use this in a WhatsApp group with friends unless you're being ironic. It's too formal for texting.
Meaning
Used to introduce a point that is similar to what was previously said.
The Semicolon Trick
For maximum C1 impact, use a semicolon before 'de igual modo' and a comma after it. It creates a perfect logical bridge.
Register Check
Don't use this in a WhatsApp group with friends unless you're being ironic. It's too formal for texting.
ENEM Success
If you are taking the Brazilian ENEM, use this phrase to link your second and third paragraphs for a higher cohesion score.
Test Yourself
Preencha a lacuna com a expressão correta para manter o tom formal.
O relatório aponta falhas na gestão; ________, indica soluções viáveis.
The sentence is formal and requires a connector that adds a similar/parallel point. 'De igual modo' is the only grammatically correct formal option.
Qual frase utiliza 'De igual modo' de forma correta?
Escolha a opção correta:
Option B correctly uses the phrase as a sentence connector linking two parallel actions in a formal/neutral tone.
Complete o diálogo formal de uma entrevista.
Candidato: 'Acredito que a ética é fundamental no trabalho. ________, prezo pela transparência com meus colegas.'
The candidate is adding a second, similar value to their first statement.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesO relatório aponta falhas na gestão; ________, indica soluções viáveis.
The sentence is formal and requires a connector that adds a similar/parallel point. 'De igual modo' is the only grammatically correct formal option.
Escolha a opção correta:
Option B correctly uses the phrase as a sentence connector linking two parallel actions in a formal/neutral tone.
Candidato: 'Acredito que a ética é fundamental no trabalho. ________, prezo pela transparência com meus colegas.'
The candidate is adding a second, similar value to their first statement.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsYes, it is very common in academic writing to start a new paragraph with 'De igual modo,' to show that the new paragraph continues the same line of reasoning as the previous one.
It is always 'De igual modo'. 'Do' would be 'de + o', but 'igual' here is an adjective modifying 'modo', and the fixed expression doesn't use the definite article.
'Igualmente' is an adverb that can be used as a one-word answer (e.g., 'Nice to meet you' -> 'Likewise'). 'De igual modo' is a longer connector used to link full sentences.
Yes, it is very common in Portugal, especially in formal writing, news, and legal contexts. It is slightly more common in PT-PT than in casual PT-BR.
Only if you are comparing their actions. 'João é médico; de igual modo, Maria é médica.' You wouldn't use it to say 'João é de igual modo que Maria.'
Related Phrases
Da mesma forma
synonymIn the same way
Por outro lado
contrastOn the other hand
Igualmente
similarEqually / Likewise
Outrossim
specialized formFurthermore / Likewise
