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"Handsome" in Portuguese: bonito
bonito
Note: also: lindo
Handsome in Portuguese is bonito. Brazilians also say lindo for stronger praise. For a woman you would use bonita or linda—same adjectives as beautiful.
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How to pronounce bonito
Say it
boh-NEE-too
/bo.ˈni.tu/
boh-NEE-too. Lindo is LEEN-doo.
"Handsome" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| bonito | handsome / good-looking Default for a man. | Default for a man. |
| lindo | gorgeous, very handsome Stronger compliment. | Stronger compliment. |
| bonitão | really handsome (augmentative) Playful praise. | Playful praise. |
| elegante | elegant Style-focused compliment. | Style-focused compliment. |
How to use bonito in real life
- 1Photo comment
Seu irmão ficou muito bonito nessa foto.
Your brother looks really handsome in that photo.
Bonito for masculine subject.
- 2Friendly tease
Hoje você está bonito de blazer.
You look handsome in a blazer today.
Estar + bonito for right now.
- 3Stronger praise
Nossa, que ator lindo—muito bonito mesmo.
Wow, what a handsome actor—really good-looking.
Lindo and bonito pair naturally.
Mistakes English speakers make with bonito
Incorrect: Ele é bonita.
Correct: Ele é bonito.
Match gender: masculine subject → bonito.
Incorrect: Ele é handsome.
Correct: Ele é bonito.
Use bonito or lindo.
Good to know
Portuguese does not need a separate handsome word—bonito covers pretty and handsome. Lindo is warmer and very Brazilian in casual compliments.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Getting ready for a date
ChatPal
Essa camisa deixa você bonito.
That shirt makes you look handsome.
You
Sério? Acho que estou só ok, não bonito.
Really? I think I look just okay, not handsome.
ChatPal
Confia. Você está bem bonito hoje.
Trust me. You look really handsome today.
You
Valeu. Bonito ou não, estou nervoso.
Thanks. Handsome or not, I'm nervous.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Handsome" in Portuguese
How do I say handsome?
Bonito; stronger: lindo.
For a woman?
Bonita / linda.
Ser or estar?
É for general looks; está for today.
Same as beautiful?
Yes—same adjectives.
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