Não me agrada

You use it just like a regular verb. Put the não me before the verb agrada. If you are talking about multiple things, change it to não me agradam. It’s perfect for when you want to sound thoughtful. Use it for food, ideas, or even someone's behavior. It sounds much more elegant than a simple "I don't like it."

Use it in a restaurant when a dish isn't quite right. Use it at work when a proposal feels a bit risky. It’s great for shopping when a color doesn't suit you. It works perfectly when you need to be honest but gentle. It shows you have refined tastes and a good vocabulary.

Don't use it for extreme hatred or intense anger. If someone insults your family, não me agrada is way too weak. Avoid it in very slang-heavy conversations with teenagers. They might think you sound like a university professor. Also, don't use it for people unless you mean their specific actions. Saying a person não me agrada sounds very cold and judgmental.

Portuguese culture often values indirectness and politeness. Being too blunt can sometimes be seen as aggressive. This phrase is a cultural tool for maintaining harmony. It allows you to say "no" while keeping the conversation smooth. It’s the linguistic equivalent of a gentle shrug and a polite smile. It reflects the "soft" nature of social interactions in Lusophone countries.

You can add muito to say não me agrada muito (it doesn't please me much). This makes it even softer and more diplomatic. If you want to be more formal, try isso não me agrada nem um pouco. For a more casual vibe, you might just stick to não curto. But não me agrada remains the gold standard for balanced communication.