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In Course: Brazilian Portuguese A1

At the Pharmacy

Learn essential Brazilian Portuguese phrases to buy over-the-counter medicines, ask for dosage instructions, and complete transactions at a pharmacy.

A bright, inviting scene inside a modern Swedish pharmacy. A friendly, professional female pharmacist is engaged in a clear interaction with a customer at the counter, perhaps handing over a prescription bag. In the background, well-organized shelves display various over-the-counter remedies like throat lozenges and nasal sprays, hinting at the diversity of items available. Realistic photograph, 3:2 landscape.
en-GB → pt-BR

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47 Cards
Lesson#1
When you feel unwell in Brazil, the local farmácia is often your first port of call. In this deck, you will learn how to ask for everyday remedies over the counter, check dosage instructions, and complete your purchase. This will help you handle minor health issues quickly and confidently.
Lesson#2
To ask for over-the-counter medicine politely, start with 'eu queria', which means 'I would like', followed by 'um remédio para', meaning 'a medicine for'. For example, 'Eu queria um remédio para dor de cabeça' means 'I would like a medicine for a headache'.
Quiz#3
How do you say 'I would like a medicine for a headache' in Portuguese?

Eu queria um remédio para dor de cabeça

Lesson#4
You can also ask the pharmacist if they have something for a symptom using 'você tem algo para'. For instance, 'Você tem algo para dor de cabeça?' means 'Do you have something for a headache?'.
Quiz#5
How do you say 'Do you have something for a headache?' in Portuguese?

Você tem algo para dor de cabeça?

Lesson#6
When you need a specific medicine, use 'preciso de', meaning 'I need'. To say 'I need a medicine for the flu', say 'Preciso de um remédio para gripe'.

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