I have never been outside the USA, but I would really like to visit the Rio Carnival.
However, although my boyfriend speaks a little Spanish I know that they don't speak that in Brazil.
So is Brazilian similar to Spanish, or will my boyfriend and me struggle to be understood ?
2006-12-05 06:23:27 · 3 answers · asked by Rock Goddess 2 in Travel ➔ Brazil ➔ Other - Brazil
Brazilians speak Portuguese. Surely you will encounter some people who speak some Spanish, but I wouldn´t count on it. I´d say that English would be better to use (almost everyone in the touristy areas speak English), as it more widely taught since its the international language.
Just in case, buy a Portuguese phrasebook. Try to get it in Brazilian Portuguese, as regular Portuguese is not necessarily the same.
2006-12-05 06:31:07 · answer #1 · answered by Margaux80 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although Portuguese seems like Spanish, you will not have a hard time if you just speak in English. In my opinion, it will be a lot easier for you and for them.
A lot of Brazilians speak English and they prefer to speak English rather than speak Spanish.
2006-12-05 06:35:04 · answer #2 · answered by Guilhon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you knew basic or fluent spanish.. you would do fine.. but since you know just a little... you should start learning some important portuguese phrases. theres a cool website http://byki.com/ thats free to download.. its got cool audio.. flash cards and few other things. if you have any questions.. feel free to message me.
Boa Sorte
2006-12-05 20:07:28 · answer #3 · answered by nola_cajun 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋