saudável vs saudável
Portuguese word comparison
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| saudável | saudável |
|---|---|
/sau-DAH-vel/ adjective | /sow-DAH-vel/ adjective |
| Healthy; good for the body or mind, or beneficial and wholesome. | healthy; good for the body or mind, or beneficial and wholesome |
How they differ
Saudável is the most general and natural word for something that promotes health. It is especially common with food, habits, and lifestyle, and it can also mean mentally healthy or wholesome.
When to use each
When to use saudável: Use saudável for the broad, everyday idea of being good for health or well-being.
When to use saudável: Use healthy when speaking about something that supports physical or mental well-being in a general, natural way.
Side-by-side examples
- Uma rotina saudável faz diferença no dia a dia.
(A healthy routine makes a difference in everyday life.) - Um estilo de vida saudável inclui sono e exercício.
(A healthy lifestyle includes sleep and exercise.)
Register & nuance: Saudável is neutral and very common in both spoken and written Portuguese.
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