Portuguese Phrase
Isso é muito gentil da sua parte, sim.
Meaning
This phrase is a polite way to acknowledge a kind gesture or favor. The 'sim' at the end adds a layer of emphasis, confirming the speaker's genuine appreciation for the act.
When to use
Use this in social or professional settings when someone goes out of their way to help you. It sounds warm and appreciative.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Issoémuitogentilda sua partesim
Isso
A demonstrative pronoun used to refer to something that has just been mentioned or done.
Da sua parte
A fixed expression meaning 'of you' or 'on your part' when describing behavior.
🗨In Conversation
Eu preparei um lanche para você.
I prepared a snack for you.
Isso é muito gentil da sua parte, sim.
That is very kind of you, yes.
✕Common Mistakes
Isso é muito gentil de você.
While understandable, 'da sua parte' is the more natural idiomatic expression in Portuguese.
Isso está muito gentil.
Use 'é' (ser) because the kindness is a characteristic of the specific action.
↔Alternatives
Muito obrigado!
Thank you very much!
Que amável da sua parte.
How lovely of you.
Cultural Tip
Adding 'sim' at the end of a sentence is a common linguistic habit in Brazil to emphasize a point. It makes the gratitude feel more heartfelt and personal.