No que tange à argumentação

You usually find this at the beginning of a sentence. It sets a formal tone immediately. Think of it as a signal flare. It tells people a serious critique is coming. You must remember the "crase" (the accent on à). This is because tange requires the preposition a. Since argumentação is feminine, they merge into à. If you swap the noun to a masculine one, use ao. For example, No que tange ao processo. It is a bit like a Lego set. You just snap the topic onto the end of the phrase.

This is perfect for a university setting. If you are writing a paper, this is your best friend. It also shines in corporate environments. Use it when you need to disagree politely. It makes your disagreement sound objective rather than personal. "I disagree with you" sounds harsh. "No que tange à sua argumentação, discordo" sounds professional. It is also great for legal documents. If you ever find yourself in a Brazilian court, you will hear this. A lot. It shows you are prepared and sharp.

Do not use this with your grandma. Unless she is a retired law professor. It is way too stiff for a Sunday lunch. If you use it while flirting, you might end up alone. It kills the vibe of a casual conversation. Avoid it in WhatsApp groups with close friends. They will probably ask why you are talking like a book. It is a heavy phrase. Use it sparingly so it keeps its impact. If you use it every five minutes, you will sound like a parody.

In Brazil and Portugal, there is a deep love for "rebuscado" language. This means "refined" or "ornate." Historically, being able to speak formally was a status symbol. It showed you belonged to the educated elite. Even today, people use these phrases to command respect. It is part of the "formalismo" that defines much of the public life. You will see it in newspapers like Folha de S.Paulo or Público. It is a bridge to the Latin roots of the language. It feels old-fashioned but remains incredibly relevant.

If you want to change it up, try No que diz respeito a. It is just as formal and elegant. Quanto a is a shorter, slightly more modern version. You could also use Em relação a for something neutral. If you want to sound even more lawyerly, try No tocante a. All of these serve the same purpose. They help you pivot from one idea to the next. Pick the one that fits your rhythm. Just make sure you get the grammar right!