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Welcome to our lesson on '''Physical Descriptions''' in Portuguese! This topic is essential not only for everyday conversations but also for connecting with people on a more personal level. Being able to describe someone's appearance allows you to engage in small talk, give compliments, or even communicate important information about someone. In this lesson, you'll learn key vocabulary words and adjectives that will help you articulate physical attributes effectively.


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Olá pessoal! Welcome to Unit 3 of the Complete 0 to A1 Portuguese Course. In this unit, we will be learning how to talk about physical descriptions in Portuguese.
=== Introduction to Physical Descriptions ===
 
Physical descriptions encompass a variety of characteristics that help define how we perceive others. In Portuguese, just like in English, we use adjectives to describe features such as hair color, height, body shape, and more. Understanding how to use these words will enhance your conversational skills and boost your confidence in speaking.
 
=== Key Vocabulary Words ===
 
To get started, let’s familiarize ourselves with some essential vocabulary. Below are common physical attributes described in Portuguese:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Portuguese !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| alto || /ˈaw.tu/ || tall
 
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| baixo || /ˈbaj.ʊ/ || short
 
|-
 
| magro || /ˈma.ɡɾu/ || thin
 
|-


Whether you want to describe yourself or someone else, this lesson will give you the vocabulary to do so with confidence. We'll cover everything from hair and eye color to height, weight, and even clothing. And as always, I'll be sprinkling in cultural information and interesting facts throughout the lesson to help you better understand Portuguese culture.
| gordo || /ˈɡoʁ.du/ || fat


Let's get started!
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== Adjectives for Physical Descriptions ==
| bonito || /boˈni.tu/ || handsome/beautiful


When describing someone's appearance, there are a lot of adjectives you can use in Portuguese. Here are some of the most common ones:
|-
 
| feio || /ˈfe.ju/ || ugly
 
|-
 
| jovem || /ˈʒo.vẽ/ || young
 
|-
 
| velho || /ˈvɛ.ʎu/ || old
 
|-
 
| cabelo || /kaˈbe.lu/ || hair
 
|-
 
| olhos || /ˈo.ʎus/ || eyes
 
|-
 
| pele || /ˈpe.le/ || skin
 
|-
 
| barba || /ˈbaʁ.bɐ/ || beard
 
|-
 
| bigode || /biˈɡo.dʒi/ || mustache
 
|-
 
| alto || /ˈaw.tu/ || tall
 
|-
 
| liso || /ˈli.zu/ || straight
 
|-
 
| encaracolado || /ẽ.ka.ɾa.kuˈla.du/ || curly
 
|-
 
| ruivo || /ˈʁuj.vu/ || redhead
 
|-
 
| castanho || /kasˈta.ɲu/ || brown
 
|-
 
| loiro || /ˈloj.ɾu/ || blonde
 
|-
 
| azul || /aˈzul/ || blue
 
|-
 
| verde || /ˈveʁ.dʒi/ || green
 
|}
 
=== Structure of Descriptions ===
 
When forming a physical description in Portuguese, the structure typically follows this order:
 
1. '''General descriptor''' (e.g., height, age)
 
2. '''Specific features''' (e.g., hair, eyes)
 
3. '''Additional remarks''' (e.g., style, personality traits)
 
For example, you might say, "Ela é alta e bonita, com cabelo longo e liso" (She is tall and beautiful, with long straight hair).
 
=== Examples of Physical Descriptions ===
 
Let’s dive into some examples! Below are 20 sample sentences that illustrate how to describe someone's physical appearance in Portuguese.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Portuguese !! Pronunciation !! English
! Portuguese !! Pronunciation !! English
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| baixo || buy-shoo || short
 
| Ele é alto e magro. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈaw.tu i ˈma.ɡɾu/ || He is tall and thin.
 
|-
|-
| alto || owl-too || tall
 
| Ela é baixa e gorda. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈbaj.sɐ i ˈɡoʁ.dɐ/ || She is short and fat.
 
|-
|-
| magro || mah-gro || skinny
 
| Ele tem cabelo castanho e olhos azuis. || /ˈe.le teĩ kaˈbe.lu kasˈta.ɲu i ˈo.ʎus aˈzul/ || He has brown hair and blue eyes.
 
|-
|-
| gordo || gaw-doo || fat
 
| Ela tem pele clara. || /ˈe.lɐ teĩ ˈpe.le ˈkla.ɾɐ/ || She has light skin.
 
|-
|-
| bonito || boh-nee-too || beautiful/handsome  
 
| Ele é bonito e jovem. || /ˈe.le ɛj boˈni.tu i ˈʒo.vẽ/ || He is handsome and young.
 
|-
|-
| feio || fay-oo || ugly
 
| Ela é feia e velha. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈfe.jɐ i ˈvɛ.ʎɐ/ || She is ugly and old.
 
|-
 
| Ele tem barba e bigode. || /ˈe.le teĩ ˈbaʁ.bɐ i biˈɡo.dʒi/ || He has a beard and a mustache.
 
|-
 
| Ela tem cabelo encaracolado. || /ˈe.lɐ teĩ kaˈbe.lu ĩ.ka.ɾa.kuˈla.du/ || She has curly hair.
 
|-
 
| Ele é ruivo e alto. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈʁuj.vu i ˈaw.tu/ || He is a redhead and tall.
 
|-
 
| Ela é loira e bonita. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈloj.ɾɐ i boˈni.tɐ/ || She is blonde and beautiful.
 
|-
 
| Ele é baixo, mas forte. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈbaj.ʊ, maʒ ˈfoʁ.tʃi/ || He is short but strong.
 
|-
 
| Ela é alta e tem olhos verdes. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈaw.tu i teĩ ˈo.ʎus ˈveʁ.dʒi/ || She is tall and has green eyes.
 
|-
 
| Ele é magro, mas elegante. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈma.ɡɾu, maʒ e.le.ɡɐ̃ˈtʃi/ || He is thin but elegant.
 
|-
 
| Ela é jovem e cheia de vida. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈʒo.vẽ i ˈʃe.jɐ dʒi ˈvi.dɐ/ || She is young and full of life.
 
|-
 
| Ele tem cabelo liso e olhos castanhos. || /ˈe.le teĩ kaˈbe.lu ˈli.zu i ˈo.ʎus kasˈta.ɲus/ || He has straight hair and brown eyes.
 
|-
 
| Ela é baixa, mas muito simpática. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈbaj.sɐ, maʒ ˈmũ.i.tu sɪ̃ˈpa.tʃi.kɐ/ || She is short but very nice.
 
|-
|-
| forte || for-chee || strong
 
| Ele é gordo, mas feliz. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈɡoʁ.du, maʒ feˈlis/ || He is fat but happy.
 
|-
|-
| fraco || frah-co || weak
 
| Ela tem pele escura e cabelo curto. || /ˈe.lɐ teĩ ˈpe.le esˈku.ɾɐ i kaˈbe.lu ˈkuʁ.tu/ || She has dark skin and short hair.
 
|-
 
| Ele é alto e musculoso. || /ˈe.le ɛj ˈaw.tu i mus.kuˈlo.zu/ || He is tall and muscular.
 
|-
 
| Ela é bonita e elegante. || /ˈe.lɐ ɛj boˈni.tɐ i e.le.ɡɐ̃ˈtʃi/ || She is beautiful and elegant.
 
|}
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Remember that some adjectives, like alto and baixo, have masculine and feminine forms. For example, alta is the feminine form of alto.
=== Exercises and Practice Scenarios ===
 
Now that you’ve learned the vocabulary and how to structure your descriptions, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises that will help reinforce what you’ve learned.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the sentences with the appropriate vocabulary words.
 
1. Ele é _______ e _______ (tall, thin).
 
2. Ela tem _______ _______ (brown hair).
 
3. Ele é _______ e _______ (ugly, old).
 
''Answers:''
 
1. alto, magro
 
2. cabelo castanho
 
3. feio, velho
 
==== Exercise 2: Matching ====
 
Match the Portuguese words with their English translations.
 
1. gordo 
 
2. loiro 
 
3. jovem 
 
4. bonito 
 
5. magro 
 
a. young 
 
b. beautiful 
 
c. short 
 
d. fat 
 
e. blonde 
 
''Answers:''
 
1 - d, 2 - e, 3 - a, 4 - b, 5 - c
 
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ====
 
Using the words provided, create your own sentences.
 
1. (alto, cabelo, liso) 
 
Example: Ele é alto, com cabelo liso.
 
2. (baixa, olhos, verdes) 
 
Example: Ela é baixa, com olhos verdes.
 
3. (jovem, bonito, magro) 
 
Example: Ele é jovem, bonito e magro.
 
==== Exercise 4: Describing a Friend ====
 
Describe a friend or family member using at least five adjectives.
 
''Example: Minha irmã é alta, bonita, e tem cabelo longo e encaracolado.''
 
==== Exercise 5: Role Play ====
 
Pair up with a classmate. One person describes a celebrity using physical descriptions in Portuguese, while the other guesses who it is.


You can also use adjectives to describe someone's hair and eye color, such as:
''Example: Ele é alto, tem cabelo loiro e é muito bonito. (Who is he?)''


| Cabelo || kah-beh-loo || Hair
==== Exercise 6: True or False ====
| preto || preh-too || black
| loiro || loh-ee-roo || blond
| castanho || kah-stan-yoo || brown
| ruivo || hwee-voo || red-haired


| Olhos || oh-lyoos || Eyes
Read the statements and determine whether they are true or false.
| azul || ah-zool || blue
| verde || vehr-deh || green
| castanho || kah-stan-yoo || brown
| preto || preh-too || black


Now that you have some adjectives under your belt, let's practice using them in context.
1. "Ela é feia e velha" means "She is ugly and old." (True) 


=== Examples ===
2. "Ele tem olhos azuis" means "He has blue eyes." (True) 


* A Maria é alta e magra. (Maria is tall and skinny.)
3. "Ela é magra e baixa" means "She is tall and thin." (False)
* O João tem o cabelo preto e olhos castanhos. (João has black hair and brown eyes.)
* A minha irmã é baixa e forte. (My sister is short and strong.)
* O meu avô é gordo e tem o cabelo branco. (My grandfather is fat and has white hair.)


Notice how we use the verb 'ser' to link the adjective with the noun it's describing. We'll learn more about this verb in Unit 3.
==== Exercise 7: Picture Descriptions ====


== Clothing and Accessories ==
Look at a picture of a person (you can use magazines or online images) and describe their physical appearance in Portuguese.


When describing someone's clothing and accessories, there are a few specific vocabulary words you should know. Here are some of the most common ones:
''Example: A mulher na foto tem cabelo curto e castanho.''


|Roupas e Acessórios || Hoh-pas ee ah-seh-soh-rees || Clothing and Accessories
==== Exercise 8: Write a Paragraph ====
| camisa || kah-mee-sah || shirt
| calça || kahl-sah || pants
| vestido || veh-stee-doo || dress
| sapatos || sah-pah-tooss || shoes
| chapéu || shah-pay-oo || hat
| óculos || oh-koo-looss || glasses


Here's an example:
Write a short paragraph describing your favorite celebrity or a fictional character using at least ten different adjectives.


* A Maria está vestindo um vestido azul e sapatos pretos. (Maria is wearing a blue dress and black shoes.)
''Example: Meu personagem favorito é Harry Potter. Ele é jovem, magro, e tem cabelo bagunçado.''


You can also use the verb 'usar' (to wear) to describe what someone is wearing or 'vestir' (to dress) to describe the act of getting dressed.
==== Exercise 9: Listening Exercise ====


=== Examples ===
Listen to a short audio clip where someone describes a person. Write down the key adjectives you hear.


* Eu estou usando uma camisa vermelha e calça jeans. (I'm wearing a red shirt and jeans.)
''Example: "Ele é alto, tem cabelo liso, e é muito simpático."''
* A minha mãe está vestindo um vestido branco e sandálias. (My mother is wearing a white dress and sandals.)
* Os meus amigos estão usando óculos escuros e chapéus. (My friends are wearing sunglasses and hats.)


== Conclusion ==
==== Exercise 10: Group Discussion ====


And that's it for Unit 3: Physical Descriptions! You should now be able to confidently describe someone's appearance and clothing in Portuguese. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary, and soon you'll be speaking like a native.
In small groups, discuss your favorite physical traits in others and why you find them appealing. Use the vocabulary you’ve learned.


Join me in the next unit, where we'll be learning about personality descriptions.
''Example: Eu gosto de pessoas altas e com cabelo loiro.''


Bom trabalho! (Good job!)
As you practice, remember that describing physical appearance can be a fun way to connect with others. Don't hesitate to use your creativity and personal flair!


== Sources ==
In conclusion, mastering physical descriptions in Portuguese is a valuable skill that will serve you well in your language journey. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be conversing confidently about appearances in no time!
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portuguese_language Portuguese Language]
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Portugal Culture of Portugal]


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* [https://www.portuguesepod101.com/portuguese-vocabulary-lists/describing-people-physical-appearance/ Essential Portuguese Vocabulary And Phrases For Describing ...]
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* [[Language/Portuguese/Vocabulary/Months-of-the-Year|Months of the Year]]
* [[Language/Portuguese/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]]
* [[Language/Portuguese/Vocabulary/Buildings|Buildings]]
* [[Language/Portuguese/Vocabulary/Nationalities|Nationalities]]
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Portuguese → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Physical Descriptions

Welcome to our lesson on Physical Descriptions in Portuguese! This topic is essential not only for everyday conversations but also for connecting with people on a more personal level. Being able to describe someone's appearance allows you to engage in small talk, give compliments, or even communicate important information about someone. In this lesson, you'll learn key vocabulary words and adjectives that will help you articulate physical attributes effectively.

To help you navigate through this lesson, here’s a brief outline of what we’ll cover:

Introduction to Physical Descriptions[edit | edit source]

Physical descriptions encompass a variety of characteristics that help define how we perceive others. In Portuguese, just like in English, we use adjectives to describe features such as hair color, height, body shape, and more. Understanding how to use these words will enhance your conversational skills and boost your confidence in speaking.

Key Vocabulary Words[edit | edit source]

To get started, let’s familiarize ourselves with some essential vocabulary. Below are common physical attributes described in Portuguese:

Portuguese Pronunciation English
alto /ˈaw.tu/ tall
baixo /ˈbaj.ʊ/ short
magro /ˈma.ɡɾu/ thin
gordo /ˈɡoʁ.du/ fat
bonito /boˈni.tu/ handsome/beautiful
feio /ˈfe.ju/ ugly
jovem /ˈʒo.vẽ/ young
velho /ˈvɛ.ʎu/ old
cabelo /kaˈbe.lu/ hair
olhos /ˈo.ʎus/ eyes
pele /ˈpe.le/ skin
barba /ˈbaʁ.bɐ/ beard
bigode /biˈɡo.dʒi/ mustache
alto /ˈaw.tu/ tall
liso /ˈli.zu/ straight
encaracolado /ẽ.ka.ɾa.kuˈla.du/ curly
ruivo /ˈʁuj.vu/ redhead
castanho /kasˈta.ɲu/ brown
loiro /ˈloj.ɾu/ blonde
azul /aˈzul/ blue
verde /ˈveʁ.dʒi/ green

Structure of Descriptions[edit | edit source]

When forming a physical description in Portuguese, the structure typically follows this order:

1. General descriptor (e.g., height, age)

2. Specific features (e.g., hair, eyes)

3. Additional remarks (e.g., style, personality traits)

For example, you might say, "Ela é alta e bonita, com cabelo longo e liso" (She is tall and beautiful, with long straight hair).

Examples of Physical Descriptions[edit | edit source]

Let’s dive into some examples! Below are 20 sample sentences that illustrate how to describe someone's physical appearance in Portuguese.

Portuguese Pronunciation English
Ele é alto e magro. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈaw.tu i ˈma.ɡɾu/ He is tall and thin.
Ela é baixa e gorda. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈbaj.sɐ i ˈɡoʁ.dɐ/ She is short and fat.
Ele tem cabelo castanho e olhos azuis. /ˈe.le teĩ kaˈbe.lu kasˈta.ɲu i ˈo.ʎus aˈzul/ He has brown hair and blue eyes.
Ela tem pele clara. /ˈe.lɐ teĩ ˈpe.le ˈkla.ɾɐ/ She has light skin.
Ele é bonito e jovem. /ˈe.le ɛj boˈni.tu i ˈʒo.vẽ/ He is handsome and young.
Ela é feia e velha. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈfe.jɐ i ˈvɛ.ʎɐ/ She is ugly and old.
Ele tem barba e bigode. /ˈe.le teĩ ˈbaʁ.bɐ i biˈɡo.dʒi/ He has a beard and a mustache.
Ela tem cabelo encaracolado. /ˈe.lɐ teĩ kaˈbe.lu ĩ.ka.ɾa.kuˈla.du/ She has curly hair.
Ele é ruivo e alto. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈʁuj.vu i ˈaw.tu/ He is a redhead and tall.
Ela é loira e bonita. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈloj.ɾɐ i boˈni.tɐ/ She is blonde and beautiful.
Ele é baixo, mas forte. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈbaj.ʊ, maʒ ˈfoʁ.tʃi/ He is short but strong.
Ela é alta e tem olhos verdes. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈaw.tu i teĩ ˈo.ʎus ˈveʁ.dʒi/ She is tall and has green eyes.
Ele é magro, mas elegante. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈma.ɡɾu, maʒ e.le.ɡɐ̃ˈtʃi/ He is thin but elegant.
Ela é jovem e cheia de vida. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈʒo.vẽ i ˈʃe.jɐ dʒi ˈvi.dɐ/ She is young and full of life.
Ele tem cabelo liso e olhos castanhos. /ˈe.le teĩ kaˈbe.lu ˈli.zu i ˈo.ʎus kasˈta.ɲus/ He has straight hair and brown eyes.
Ela é baixa, mas muito simpática. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj ˈbaj.sɐ, maʒ ˈmũ.i.tu sɪ̃ˈpa.tʃi.kɐ/ She is short but very nice.
Ele é gordo, mas feliz. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈɡoʁ.du, maʒ feˈlis/ He is fat but happy.
Ela tem pele escura e cabelo curto. /ˈe.lɐ teĩ ˈpe.le esˈku.ɾɐ i kaˈbe.lu ˈkuʁ.tu/ She has dark skin and short hair.
Ele é alto e musculoso. /ˈe.le ɛj ˈaw.tu i mus.kuˈlo.zu/ He is tall and muscular.
Ela é bonita e elegante. /ˈe.lɐ ɛj boˈni.tɐ i e.le.ɡɐ̃ˈtʃi/ She is beautiful and elegant.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

Now that you’ve learned the vocabulary and how to structure your descriptions, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises that will help reinforce what you’ve learned.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the appropriate vocabulary words.

1. Ele é _______ e _______ (tall, thin).

2. Ela tem _______ _______ (brown hair).

3. Ele é _______ e _______ (ugly, old).

Answers:

1. alto, magro

2. cabelo castanho

3. feio, velho

Exercise 2: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Portuguese words with their English translations.

1. gordo

2. loiro

3. jovem

4. bonito

5. magro

a. young

b. beautiful

c. short

d. fat

e. blonde

Answers:

1 - d, 2 - e, 3 - a, 4 - b, 5 - c

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the words provided, create your own sentences.

1. (alto, cabelo, liso)

Example: Ele é alto, com cabelo liso.

2. (baixa, olhos, verdes)

Example: Ela é baixa, com olhos verdes.

3. (jovem, bonito, magro)

Example: Ele é jovem, bonito e magro.

Exercise 4: Describing a Friend[edit | edit source]

Describe a friend or family member using at least five adjectives.

Example: Minha irmã é alta, bonita, e tem cabelo longo e encaracolado.

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a classmate. One person describes a celebrity using physical descriptions in Portuguese, while the other guesses who it is.

Example: Ele é alto, tem cabelo loiro e é muito bonito. (Who is he?)

Exercise 6: True or False[edit | edit source]

Read the statements and determine whether they are true or false.

1. "Ela é feia e velha" means "She is ugly and old." (True)

2. "Ele tem olhos azuis" means "He has blue eyes." (True)

3. "Ela é magra e baixa" means "She is tall and thin." (False)

Exercise 7: Picture Descriptions[edit | edit source]

Look at a picture of a person (you can use magazines or online images) and describe their physical appearance in Portuguese.

Example: A mulher na foto tem cabelo curto e castanho.

Exercise 8: Write a Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph describing your favorite celebrity or a fictional character using at least ten different adjectives.

Example: Meu personagem favorito é Harry Potter. Ele é jovem, magro, e tem cabelo bagunçado.

Exercise 9: Listening Exercise[edit | edit source]

Listen to a short audio clip where someone describes a person. Write down the key adjectives you hear.

Example: "Ele é alto, tem cabelo liso, e é muito simpático."

Exercise 10: Group Discussion[edit | edit source]

In small groups, discuss your favorite physical traits in others and why you find them appealing. Use the vocabulary you’ve learned.

Example: Eu gosto de pessoas altas e com cabelo loiro.

As you practice, remember that describing physical appearance can be a fun way to connect with others. Don't hesitate to use your creativity and personal flair!

In conclusion, mastering physical descriptions in Portuguese is a valuable skill that will serve you well in your language journey. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be conversing confidently about appearances in no time!

Table of Contents - Portuguese Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Unit 1: Greetings and Basic Phrases


Unit 2: Verbs - Present Tense


Unit 3: Family and Descriptions


Unit 4: Verbs - Future and Conditional Tenses


Unit 5: Portuguese-Speaking Countries and Cultures


Unit 6: Food and Drink


Unit 7: Verbs - Past Tense


Unit 8: Travel and Transportation


Unit 9: Indefinite Pronouns and Prepositions


Unit 10: Health and Emergencies

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