Concordo totalmente

Use it as a standalone response or to start a sentence. If a friend says the coffee is great, just say Concordo totalmente. If you want to expand, try Concordo totalmente com você. It works perfectly in person or over text. It’s the verbal equivalent of a double-tap on an Instagram post. Just be careful not to use it if you actually have doubts. It sounds very definitive.

You can use this in almost any setting. Use it at a business meeting to show alignment with a boss. Use it at a dinner party when someone praises the wine. It’s great when you want to build rapport quickly. It makes the other person feel heard and validated. It’s a fantastic conversation-sealer.

Avoid this if the topic is extremely grave or tragic. If someone says 'This situation is a disaster,' a simple Concordo is better. Totalmente can sometimes sound a bit too enthusiastic for sad news. Also, don't use it if you're only 50% sure. Brazilians value the passion behind the word totalmente. If you hesitate after saying it, it feels insincere.

Brazilians and Portuguese speakers generally value social harmony and connection. Agreeing strongly is a way to strengthen 'o vínculo' (the bond). While some cultures prefer 'Yes, but...', Lusophone cultures often lean into 'Yes, and!'. This phrase is a staple of polite, engaging conversation. It has been around as long as the language itself. It’s a classic that never goes out of style.

You might hear Concordo plenamente which is slightly more sophisticated. In casual slang, you might hear Com certeza or Pode crer. If you want to be extra, try Concordo número, gênero e grau. That last one is a funny way of saying you agree in every possible way. It’s like saying you agree down to the last decimal point.