How to use the words “já” and “ainda”  in Brazilian Portuguese
20 February 2026

How to use the words “já” and “ainda” in Brazilian Portuguese

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The terms “já” and “ainda” don’t have a single translation into English and other languages. The translation of these words varies a lot depending on the context. That’s why it’s important to understand how to use them in different situations. 
In this lesson, we’re going to study the most common uses of the words “já” and “ainda” in Brazilian Portuguese.


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