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English no Portuguese

Any problem traveling around Lisbon area only speaking English?

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No. Not many people speak Portuguese as a 2nd language so English is quite acceptable and widely spoken.

Posted by
3576 posts

I’d suggest at least learning to say hello and thank-you. A quick google search will give you the pronunciations.

Posted by
7689 posts

No issues on our trip. There seems to be somebody everywhere who knows some English. If you know Spanish you’ll be able to read most of the signs since many words are similar.

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1909 posts

Zero problems having no Portuguese, especially if you are in the touristy areas. As mentioned earlier, learn a few words - Bom Dia, Boa Tarde, obrigada and obrigado as a courtesy.