Brazil
Brazil is the only Portuguese-speaking country in South America and the largest in terms of land mass. Culturally, it is fun and vibrant full of music and dancing. Visit Brazil to experience the joyful culture, the beautiful and diverse nature, and the wonderful beaches that hug the coast.
Regions of Brazil
Brazil's Fast Facts
Language
Portuguese
Capital City
Brasília
Currency
Brazilian real
Budget Range
$ - $$
Find out more about the visa requirements for Brazil here. Citizens of the United States need to obtain an e-visa (VIVIS) prior to entering the country.
Know Before You Go to Brazil
olá
oh-LAH
hello
obrigado
oh-bree-GAH-doo
thank you
por favor
por fah-VOR
please
sim
SEEN
yes
Não
NOWN
no
Eu não entendo
EW NOWN in-TEN-dough
I don’t understand
Você fala inglês?
vo-SEH FAH-lah een-GLAYS?
do you speak english?
Bom dia
BOM DEE-ah
good morning
Boa tarde
BO-ah TAR-djee
good afternoon (until sunset)
Boa noite
BO-ah NOY-tchee
good evening or goodnight
tchau
CHOW
bye! (informal)
adeus
ah-DEH-oos
goodbye
Eu gostaria de ___, por favor
Eh-oo gos-tah-REE-ah dee ___, por fah-VOR
I would like ___ please. (formal and polite way to order food and drinks)
Onde fica o banheiro?
ON-djee FEE-kah oo bah-NYAIR-oo
where is the bathroom?
All Brazil Travel Guides + Articles
The 7 Best Things to Do in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Seven of the best things to do in Sao Paulo to explore the different areas and experiences that show the culture of this megacity.
The Top Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro for a 3 Day Itinerary
Various things to do in Rio de Janeiro to feel the vibrancy of the local culture and experience the energy, beaches, and music of the city.
Visiting Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer in One Day
The best time of day and way to visit Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer in one day and activities around both these monuments.
Iguazu Falls from Brazil Side: All You Need to Know
A breakdown of a day exploring the Iguazu Falls from the Brazil side, including all the tips and tricks to best enjoy the falls.
The Best 3 Day Iguazu Falls Itinerary (Argentina and Brazil)
The best Iguazu Falls itinerary to visit, explore, and walk the Argentine and Brazilian sides of the famous Iguazu waterfalls.
The 7 Best Things to Do in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Seven of the best things to do in Sao Paulo to explore the different areas and experiences that show the culture of this megacity.
The Top Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro for a 3 Day Itinerary
Various things to do in Rio de Janeiro to feel the vibrancy of the local culture and experience the energy, beaches, and music of the city.
Visiting Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer in One Day
The best time of day and way to visit Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer in one day and activities around both these monuments.
Iguazu Falls from Brazil Side: All You Need to Know
A breakdown of a day exploring the Iguazu Falls from the Brazil side, including all the tips and tricks to best enjoy the falls.
The Best 3 Day Iguazu Falls Itinerary (Argentina and Brazil)
The best Iguazu Falls itinerary to visit, explore, and walk the Argentine and Brazilian sides of the famous Iguazu waterfalls.
