A2
Collocation
Neutral
Meaning
To be polite and well-behaved.
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Cultural Background
In Brazil, 'ter bons modos' is often used to describe someone who is 'bem-criado' (well-raised). In Portugal, it is often associated with formal etiquette and respect for elders.
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Plural is key
Always use 'modos' in the plural.
Meaning
To be polite and well-behaved.
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Plural is key
Always use 'modos' in the plural.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Ele é muito educado, ele sempre ______.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tem bons modos
The correct collocation is 'ter bons modos'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercises
Complete the sentence.
Fill Blank
A2
Ele é muito educado, ele sempre ______.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tem bons modos
The correct collocation is 'ter bons modos'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but it usually implies 'bad manners' if used without 'bons'.
Related Phrases
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Ser bem-educado
synonymTo be well-mannered
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