How do you say am glad in Portuguese?

The most common and direct way to say "I am glad" in Portuguese is:

"Estou contente."

Here's a breakdown:

* Estou - is the present tense of the verb "estar" (to be) and translates to "I am"

* contente - means "glad" or "happy"

Here are some other options, depending on the context:

* "Estou feliz." (I am happy) - This is a more general expression of happiness.

* "Estou satisfeito." (I am satisfied) - This emphasizes contentment.

* "Fico contente." (I am glad) - This uses a more formal conjugation of the verb "ficar" (to become).

The best choice will depend on the specific situation and the level of formality you want to convey.