A1 Expression Neutral

Eu não falo português.

I don't speak Portuguese.

Meaning

States a lack of Portuguese speaking ability.

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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.

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Drop the 'Eu'

You don't need to say 'Eu'. 'Não falo português' is perfectly natural.

Meaning

States a lack of Portuguese speaking ability.

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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.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: falo

The first person singular of 'falar' is 'falo'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the correct conjugation of 'falar'. Fill Blank A1

Eu não _____ português.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: falo

The first person singular of 'falar' is 'falo'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is very polite and helpful.

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