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How do you say enjoy in Portugese?

There are several ways to say "enjoy" in Portuguese, depending on the context:

General enjoyment:

* Aproveite! (pronounced ah-proh-vay-tee) - This is the most common and versatile way to say "enjoy" in Portuguese. It's a general expression used for almost any situation.

* Divirta-se! (pronounced di-veer-tah-se) - This translates more literally to "have fun" and is often used for more specific occasions like parties or outings.

For specific situations:

* Bom apetite! (pronounced bohm ah-peh-tee-tee) - This means "enjoy your meal" and is used when someone is about to eat.

* Boa viagem! (pronounced bo-ah vee-ah-jem) - This means "have a good trip" and is used when someone is about to go on a journey.

* Desfrute! (pronounced des-froo-tee) - This means "enjoy" and is used more for specific situations, like enjoying a book, a movie, or a moment.

Formal situations:

* Desfrute da sua refeição (pronounced des-froo-tee da soo-ah reh-fey-sa-o) - This is a more formal way of saying "enjoy your meal".

The best way to choose the right expression depends on the situation and who you are talking to.

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