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"Skirt" in Portuguese: saia
a saia
Skirt in Portuguese is a saia. Say saia longa or saia jeans for styles. Vestido is a dress, not a skirt.
Closet choice
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How to pronounce saia
Say it
SIGH-ah
/ˈsaj.a/
SIGH-ah
"Skirt" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| a saia | the skirt Default noun. | Default noun. |
| saia longa | long skirt Length. | Length. |
| saia jeans | denim skirt Material. | Material. |
| saia e blusa | skirt and blouse Outfit. | Outfit. |
How to use saia in real life
- 1Closet choice
Vou de saia porque está quente.
I’m wearing a skirt because it’s hot.
Outfit.
- 2Fitting room
Essa saia ficou justa demais na cintura.
This skirt got too tight at the waist.
Size.
- 3Laundry
Lavei a saia preta com água fria.
I washed the black skirt in cold water.
Care.
Mistakes English speakers make with saia
Incorrect: O saia é nova.
Correct: A saia é nova.
Saia is feminine.
Incorrect: Comprei um skirt.
Correct: Comprei uma saia.
Use saia, not English skirt.
Good to know
Saia covers casual and formal styles. Saia lápis and saia envelope show up in store tags. Don’t confuse with saia justinha slang elsewhere—clothing context keeps it straightforward.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Shopping for an event
ChatPal
Você prefere saia ou vestido?
Do you prefer a skirt or a dress?
You
Prefiro saia com uma blusa simples.
I prefer a skirt with a simple blouse.
ChatPal
Essa saia azul combina com seu sapato.
This blue skirt matches your shoes.
You
Vou experimentar. Me espera?
I’ll try it on. Wait for me?
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FAQ
Common questions about "Skirt" in Portuguese
Gender?
Feminine: a saia.
Dress vs skirt?
Vestido = dress; saia = skirt.
Long skirt?
Saia longa.
Plural?
As saias.
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