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How do you say I understand in Brazilian Portuguese?

There are a few ways to say "I understand" in Brazilian Portuguese, depending on the context and level of formality:

Formal:

* Eu compreendo. (Most literal translation, more formal)

* Eu entendo. (Also formal, but more common)

Informal:

* Eu entendi. (More colloquial, means "I understood," but can be used in place of "I understand")

* Entendi. (Even more informal, just the verb "understood" by itself)

* Sim, senhor/senhora. (Yes, sir/madam, used as a confirmation of understanding)

* Compreendi. (Less common, but also formal and emphasizes understanding)

Other options:

* Eu captei. (Literally "I caught," implies understanding a message)

* Eu peguei. (Similar to "I caught," used in informal contexts)

The best choice will depend on who you are talking to and the situation. For example, you would use "Eu compreendo" in a professional setting, while "Entendi" would be appropriate with friends or family.

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