Portuguese · Greetings & Phrases
Meu nome é
My name is
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A phrase used to introduce oneself by name.
Expressão usada para se apresentar.
Example
Meu nome é Carlos. Muito prazer.
My name is Carlos. Nice to meet you.
Etymology
'Meu nome é' means 'My name is' and combines 'meu' (my) from Latin 'mei' and 'nome' from Latin 'nomen'. This construct has longstanding usage in introductions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Meu nome é' is commonly used in both formal and informal situations when introducing oneself. It is appropriate in spoken and written contexts.