E aí?Į aí? is quite a colloquial way of saying “hi.” It’s pretty much like saying “what’s up?” in English.Į aí pessoal? - What’s up guys? 2. This blog post is available as a convenient and portable PDF that youĬlick here to get a copy. Why Is Learning Local Slang So Important?.Visiting Brazil can mean a lot of things.īut however you plan to enjoy Brazil, there’s one thing it means without a doubt: You’ll need to interact with the locals.īecause of that, you’ll also be exposed to a lot of Brazilian slang words and colloquialisms that sound completely nonsensical to the untrained ear.ĭon’t fret: I’m here to show you the ropes and guide you toward slang proficiency! ApLocal Lingo: 16 Brazilian Slang Words to Speak Like a Native