Indirect object pronouns
Portuguese uses pronouns like me, te, lhe, nos, and lhes to mark the receiver or beneficiary of an action.
Examples
PortugueseTranslation
Lhe escrevo amanhã cedo.
I will write to you tomorrow morning.
Nos deram um quarto mais calmo.
They gave us a quieter room.
Posso te mostrar outra opção?
Can I show you another option?
Pattern
indirect object pronoun + verb
How it works
Portuguese uses pronouns like me, te, lhe, nos, and lhes to mark the receiver or beneficiary of an action. This pattern typically appears as indirect object pronoun + verb and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- The indirect object usually receives or benefits from the action.
- Placement varies by register, but the role stays the same.
Why it matters
Reduce repetition and handle daily action more smoothly.
Use in context
This is a high-value A2 topic because natural Portuguese uses these short receiver-pronouns all the time.