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"Woman" in Portuguese: mulher
a mulher
Woman in Portuguese is a mulher. Plural is as mulheres. In polite service speech, a senhora is often safer than pointing someone out as aquela mulher.
At an event
A mulher da recepção pediu nossos nomes.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce mulher
Say it
moo-LYEHR
/mu.ˈʎeʁ/
moo-LYEHR — stress LYEHR. Plural moo-LYEH-rees.
"Woman" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| a mulher | the woman Default noun. | Default noun. |
| as mulheres | the women Plural. | Plural. |
| mulher de negócios | businesswoman Professional label. | Professional label. |
| aquela mulher | that woman Pointing someone out. | Pointing someone out. |
How to use mulher in real life
- 1At an event
A mulher da recepção pediu nossos nomes.
The woman at reception asked for our names.
A mulher da + place identifies a role.
- 2Describing a photo
Aquela mulher de vestido vermelho é minha tia.
That woman in the red dress is my aunt.
Aquela mulher points clearly.
- 3Group talk
As mulheres chegaram primeiro na fila.
The women arrived first in line.
Plural mulheres.
Mistakes English speakers make with mulher
Incorrect: O mulher é alta.
Correct: A mulher é alta.
Mulher is feminine: a mulher.
Incorrect: As mulhers chegaram.
Correct: As mulheres chegaram.
Plural is mulheres, with -es.
Good to know
Mulher is normal and respectful as a noun. Calling out ei, mulher to a stranger can sound rough depending on tone; prefer oi or senhora in polite settings.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Finding a speaker after a panel
ChatPal
A mulher que falou sobre clima já saiu?
Has the woman who spoke about climate left already?
You
Ainda não. A mulher está perto do café.
Not yet. The woman is near the coffee.
ChatPal
Quero agradecer. Aquela mulher foi brilhante.
I want to thank her. That woman was brilliant.
You
Vamos. A mulher parece livre agora.
Let's go. The woman seems free now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Woman" in Portuguese
What is the plural of mulher?
Mulheres.
How do I say that woman?
Aquela mulher.
When do I use senhora?
For polite address to an adult woman you do not know well.
Is mulher rude?
As a noun, no. Tone and how you call someone out matter.
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