A1 Expression Neutral

Esta é minha amiga.

This is my female friend.

Meaning

Introducing a female friend.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, 'Essa' is often used instead of 'Esta' in spoken language. In Portugal, the article 'a' is almost always included.

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Gender Matters

Always check the gender of the person you are introducing.

Meaning

Introducing a female friend.

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Gender Matters

Always check the gender of the person you are introducing.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

____ é minha amiga.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Esta

Amiga is feminine, so we use the feminine demonstrative Esta.

Choose the correct sentence.

Which is correct?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Esta é minha amiga.

Minha must agree with amiga.

🎉 Score: /2

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank A1

____ é minha amiga.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Esta

Amiga is feminine, so we use the feminine demonstrative Esta.

Choose the correct sentence. Choose A1

Which is correct?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Esta é minha amiga.

Minha must agree with amiga.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, for a group use 'Estas são minhas amigas'.

Related Phrases

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Este é meu amigo

contrast

This is my male friend.

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Prazer em conhecê-la

builds on

Nice to meet you.

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