Portuguese · Nature, Animals & Weather
"Lake" in Portuguese: lago
o lago
Lake in Portuguese is o lago, masculine. A small lake in a park is still lago. For a reservoir people may say represa, but lago covers most learner needs.
Weekend plan
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How to pronounce lago
Say it
LAH-goo
/ˈla.ɡu/
LAH-goo — open a, soft final o.
"Lake" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| o lago | the lake Default noun. | Default noun. |
| à beira do lago | by the lakeside Picnic and walk talk. | Picnic and walk talk. |
| lago artificial | man-made lake City parks. | City parks. |
| passeio no lago | outing at the lake Weekend plans. | Weekend plans. |
How to use lago in real life
- 1Weekend plan
Vamos caminhar em volta do lago?
Shall we walk around the lake?
Em volta do lago is a common park phrase.
- 2Giving directions
O lago fica atrás do museu.
The lake is behind the museum.
Fica locates places.
- 3Picnic talk
Espalhamos a toalha perto do lago.
We spread the blanket near the lake.
Perto do lago sets the scene.
Mistakes English speakers make with lago
Incorrect: A lago é bonito.
Correct: O lago é bonito.
Lago is masculine: o lago.
Incorrect: Nadamos no lake.
Correct: Nadamos no lago.
Use lago, not English lake.
Good to know
Many Brazilian cities have a central park lago used for jogging, pedalinhas (paddle boats), and weekend photos. Calling it lago feels local even when the water is man-made.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Meeting for a park walk
ChatPal
Te encontro do lado do lago às dez.
I'll meet you by the lake at ten.
You
Perfeito. Levo água e vamos ao lago.
Perfect. I'll bring water and we'll go to the lake.
ChatPal
Se estiver vento, o lago fica cheio de barquinhos.
If it's windy, the lake fills with little boats.
You
Adoro esse lago. É meu lugar calmo.
I love that lake. It's my calm spot.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Lake" in Portuguese
Is lago masculine?
Yes: o lago, os lagos.
How do I say by the lake?
Perto do lago or à beira do lago.
Is lake ever lagoa?
Lagoa is often a lagoon or pond. Lago is the default lake.
How do I say lake view?
Vista para o lago.
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