This is the 75th most frequent Portuguese word.


"Only" or "alone," depending on context.


Here, 'só' functions as an adverb meaning 'just' or 'only', denoting a limitation to the verb action.

Eu só quero ser feliz.

I just want to be happy.


In this sentence, 'só' is an adjective meaning 'alone' or 'by oneself', describing a state of the subject.

Ela estava só em casa.

She was alone at home.


Here, 'só' acts as an adverb meaning 'only', specifying a restriction regarding what can be eaten.

As crianças têm que comer só frutas para a sobremesa.

The children have to eat only fruits for dessert.