How do you say "Let's support" in Portuguese?

"Let's support" in Portuguese is "Vamos apoiar". This phrase is commonly used in Portugal.

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How to Say ‘Let's support’ in Portuguese

Q: What does "Vamos apoiar" mean in English?

"Vamos apoiar" means "Let's support" in English. Usage tip: [Vamos] + another verb is a very common way to say "let's …" in Portuguese: [Vamos apoiar], [vamos ver], [vamos embora]. In speech, unstressed vowels weaken, so [vamos apoiar] often sounds roughly like (VAH-mooz ah-poy-AR).

Vamos apoiar

VAH-moosh ah-poy-AHR

[VAH-moosh ah-poy-AHR]

💬 Usage Tip: [Vamos] + another verb is a very common way to say "let's …" in Portuguese: [Vamos apoiar], [vamos ver], [vamos embora]. In speech, unstressed vowels weaken, so [vamos apoiar] often sounds roughly like (VAH-mooz ah-poy-AR).

Phrase Breakdown

Vamos

[VAH-moosh]

let's go / we are going

From the verb "ir" or used like "let's" before another verb; here it helps form "let's support."

Example

Vamos apoiar a equipa mesmo depois do susto.

Let's support the team even after the scare.

apoiar

[ah-poy-AHR]

to support

Infinitive verb meaning to support, back, or cheer for someone.

Example

Hoje queremos apoiar a seleção até ao último minuto.

Today we want to support the national team until the last minute.

Guides for Portuguese learners

The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in PortugalThe European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.

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