Dessa forma

You usually place dessa forma at the beginning of a sentence to conclude a thought. You can also tuck it into the middle of a sentence to explain a method. It works like a puzzle piece. It snaps the 'how' and the 'why' together. If you are explaining a recipe or a work project, this phrase is your best friend. It keeps your explanation organized and easy to follow.

Use it when you want to sound clear and organized. It is perfect for professional emails or office meetings. It also works great in daily life when giving instructions. Imagine you are teaching a friend how to use a new app. You explain a step and then say, Dessa forma, você não perde seus dados. It adds a touch of logic to your conversation. It is also common in academic writing or news reports.

Avoid using it if you are just pointing at something physical. If you want to say 'do it like this' while gesturing, assim is much more natural. Dessa forma feels a bit too 'heavy' for very quick, physical commands. Also, don't use it in high-energy slang-filled chats with teenagers. It might make you sound like a textbook. Keep it for when you actually have a point to prove or a process to explain.

Portuguese speakers value flow and eloquence in conversation. Using connectors like dessa forma shows that you are thinking logically. It is a hallmark of the 'B2' level because it moves you away from short, choppy sentences. In Brazil, it is often used by experts on TV to explain complex social issues. It carries a sense of authority and clarity that people respect.

You will often hear desse jeito in very casual conversations. If you want to be even more formal, you might hear desta maneira or deste modo. In Portugal, people might prefer desta forma (using 't' instead of 'ss') more frequently than in Brazil. However, dessa forma remains the most balanced and widely understood version across the Lusophone world.