Portuguese Phrase
Sim, escovei os dentes.
Meaning
The speaker confirms that they have brushed their teeth, usually after being asked if they have done so.
When to use
Use this phrase when answering a question about oral hygiene, e.g., after a dentist visit or when someone asks if you have brushed your teeth.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Simescoveiosdentes
Sim
Affirmative answer meaning 'yes'.
Escovei
First person singular preterite of 'escovar' (to brush).
Os dentes
Definite article 'os' + noun 'dentes' meaning 'the teeth'.
🗨In Conversation
Você já escovou os dentes?
Did you brush your teeth?
Sim, escovei os dentes.
Yes, I brushed my teeth.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, escova os dentes.
Use the past tense 'escovei' not present 'escovo' when referring to a completed action.
Sim, escovei os dente.
The noun must be plural with the article 'os'.
↔Alternatives
Sim, já escovei os dentes.
Yes, I have already brushed my teeth.
Claro, escovei os dentes.
Sure, I brushed my teeth.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, brushing teeth twice a day—morning and night—is a cultural norm and often mentioned in casual conversation about daily routines. Saying "Sim, escovei os dentes" shows responsibility and is considered polite when discussing personal hygiene.