Portuguese Expression · Native
Não faz mal
It is okay / no harm done
Pronunciation: now faz MAHL
Meaning
A reassuring response to a small problem or apology.
Example
Você chegou tarde, mas não faz mal.
You arrived late, but it is okay.
Practice tips
- Practice Não faz mal out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese expression is for native-level learners.