Portuguese Expression · Intermediate
querer dizer
to mean
Pronunciation: say querer dizer
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to mean".
Example
O que quero dizer é...
What I mean is...
Practice tips
- Practice querer dizer 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 intermediate-level learners.