Meaning
States a lack of Portuguese speaking ability.
Cultural Background
Brazilians are very warm and will likely try to help you in English if you say this. People in Portugal speak English very well, so this phrase is very effective there.
Drop the 'Eu'
You don't need to say 'Eu'. 'Não falo português' is perfectly natural.
Meaning
States a lack of Portuguese speaking ability.
Drop the 'Eu'
You don't need to say 'Eu'. 'Não falo português' is perfectly natural.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct conjugation of 'falar'.
Eu não _____ português.
The first person singular of 'falar' is 'falo'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEu não _____ português.
The first person singular of 'falar' is 'falo'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is very polite and helpful.
Related Phrases
Não entendo
similarI don't understand