Making Friends in Brazil: Common Social Phrases for Young Learners

Learning how to make friends in a new language builds confidence and connection. In Brazil, greetings and friendly phrases are full of warmth. Teaching kids these expressions helps them start conversations, ask questions, and feel at home in any social setting.

Common Portuguese Phrases for Making Friends

1. Oi! Tudo bem? – Hi! All good?
2. Qual é o seu nome? – What’s your name?
3. Meu nome é… – My name is…
4. Quer brincar comigo? – Do you want to play with me?
5. Vamos jogar! – Let’s play!
6. Você é meu amigo / minha amiga. – You’re my friend.
7. Quantos anos você tem? – How old are you?
8. Eu gosto de… – I like…
9. Legal! – Cool!
10. Tchau! Até logo! – Bye! See you soon!

Friendship-Themed Language Activities

Friendship Role-Play

Practice meeting a new friend with stuffed animals or dolls: use “Oi! Tudo bem?” and “Qual é o seu nome?”

Compliment Card Craft

Make little cards with friendly phrases in Portuguese, like “Você é legal!” (You’re cool!)

Circle Chat Game

Sit in a circle and pass a ball. Each child says one friendly phrase in Portuguese when they catch it.

Playdate Practice

Set up a playdate and encourage real use of phrases like “Quer brincar comigo?” or “Vamos jogar!”

How Dinolingo Supports Social Language Learning

Dinolingo helps kids practice social and conversational Portuguese through animated lessons, songs, and interactive games. Lessons cover introductions, feelings, and everyday dialogue for young learners.

Printable flashcards and phrase sheets let kids practice friendship words on and off the screen.

Final Thoughts

Friendship is a powerful motivator—and language is what makes it possible. With cheerful phrases, playful practice, and Dinolingo’s support, kids can start building real relationships in Portuguese with ease and joy.

Sources:

• Learn Portuguese with Rafa – Social Phrases
• Language Playground