Você quer caminhar comigo hoje?

you

Breakdown of Você quer caminhar comigo hoje?

• querer: to want
• hoje: today
• caminhar: to walk
• com: with

Questions & Answers about Você quer caminhar comigo hoje?

What does "você" mean here?

"Você" is the standard second-person singular pronoun in Brazilian Portuguese, meaning "you". It’s the most commonly used form to address someone in a direct way.

Why do we use "quer" instead of "querer"?

In this sentence, "quer" is the conjugated form of the verb "querer" (to want) in the present tense, singular (você/ele/ela). The infinitive "querer" can’t be used by itself as a main verb without conjugation.

Is there a difference between "caminhar" and "andar"?

Both "caminhar" and "andar" can mean "to walk", but "caminhar" sometimes focuses more on the action of walking, possibly for exercise or leisure, whereas "andar" can also mean "to go" or "to move around" in a broader sense. They can be used somewhat interchangeably, though.

Why is "comigo" used instead of something like "com eu"?

In Portuguese, "comigo" is a special contraction that means "with me". You cannot say "com eu"—it’s not grammatically correct. The language combines "com" + "migo" (from "mim", meaning "me") into "comigo".

How is "hoje" pronounced, and does it have any hidden sounds?

"Hoje" is pronounced somewhat like "OH-zhee". The "h" is usually silent, and the "j" sound in Portuguese can be close to the English "zh" sound. There aren’t any extra letters, but Brazilian Portuguese does have that softer, more drawn-out "j".

Is there a polite way to say the same sentence?

You could say "O senhor(a) quer caminhar comigo hoje?" if you need to be very formal or address someone older or in a position of respect. In everyday situations, however, "Você quer caminhar comigo hoje?" is perfectly acceptable and common.