A1 Expression Neutral

Muito bem.

Very good.

Meaning

Expressing approval, satisfaction, or that something is well done.

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Cultural Background

In Brazil, 'Muito bem' is often used in a very warm, encouraging way, especially when speaking to children. In Portugal, it is used more conservatively and often signals a formal end to a conversation segment. In both countries, it is a standard way to provide positive feedback in a professional setting without being overly familiar.

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The 'Bem' Rule

Always remember: Bem = Verb, Bom = Noun.

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Don't over-use

Using it too much can sound repetitive; mix it with 'Ótimo' or 'Excelente'.

Meaning

Expressing approval, satisfaction, or that something is well done.

💡

The 'Bem' Rule

Always remember: Bem = Verb, Bom = Noun.

⚠️

Don't over-use

Using it too much can sound repetitive; mix it with 'Ótimo' or 'Excelente'.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence: 'Ela fala inglês ______.'

Ela fala inglês ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: bem

'Bem' is the adverb used to modify the verb 'falar'.

Which sentence is correct?

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: O carro é muito bom.

'Bom' describes the noun 'carro'.

Match the phrase to its meaning.

Match: Muito bem

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Very well

Literal translation is very well.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Eu terminei a tarefa.' B: '______! Ótimo trabalho.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Muito bem

Used to praise a completed task.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

4 exercises
Complete the sentence: 'Ela fala inglês ______.' Fill Blank A1

Ela fala inglês ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: bem

'Bem' is the adverb used to modify the verb 'falar'.

Which sentence is correct? Choose A2

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: O carro é muito bom.

'Bom' describes the noun 'carro'.

Match the phrase to its meaning. Match A1

Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Very well

Literal translation is very well.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Eu terminei a tarefa.' B: '______! Ótimo trabalho.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Muito bem

Used to praise a completed task.

🎉 Score: /4

Frequently Asked Questions

6 questions

No, use 'Ele é muito bom' (He is very good).

It is neutral and works in almost any situation.

It is invariant, it has no plural.

Yes, it is universal.

Yes, e.g., 'Eu entendo muito bem'.

Yes, 'Show de bola' in Brazil.

Related Phrases

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Muito bom

contrast

Very good

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Parabéns

similar

Congratulations

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Muito bem feito

builds on

Very well done

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