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Questions & Answers about Eu sou feliz.
Why do we use sou instead of estou here?
In Portuguese, sou (from the verb ser) is used to express a more permanent or long-term condition. Saying Eu sou feliz suggests that happiness is seen as a defining or ongoing aspect of who you are. In contrast, estou feliz (from the verb estar) typically refers to a temporary or current state of being happy.
Does feliz change according to gender or number?
The adjective feliz does not change form for gender: both masculine and feminine use feliz. However, to make it plural, you would say felizes, for example, Eles são felizes or Elas são felizes.
Do I always need to include Eu at the beginning of the sentence in Portuguese?
Including Eu (meaning "I") is optional in Portuguese because the verb ending (sou) already indicates the subject. You can simply say Sou feliz and it will still mean "I am happy." However, using Eu can add emphasis or clarity.
How do I pronounce feliz correctly?
In Brazilian Portuguese, feliz is pronounced like /feh-LEEZ/. The first syllable "fe" is pronounced with a slightly open e (like in "bed"), and the stressed part is the LEEZ at the end.
What is the difference between saying Eu sou feliz and Estou feliz if both can mean "I am happy"?
Both can be translated to "I am happy", but Eu sou feliz frames happiness as part of your personality or an ongoing trait, whereas Estou feliz indicates that you feel happy at the moment, focusing on a current or temporary state.
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