Portuguese Phrase
As transferências internacionais podem ter taxas.
Meaning
The sentence states that international money transfers may be subject to fees. It highlights that fees are not guaranteed but are a common possibility when sending money across borders.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about banking services, explaining costs to a client, or discussing the financial implications of sending money abroad.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Astransferênciasinternacionaispodemtertaxas.
Definite article (As)
Plural feminine article used before a feminine plural noun.
Noun (transferências)
Feminine plural noun meaning 'transfers'; requires the article 'as' and agreement with adjectives.
Adjective (internacionais)
Adjective placed after the noun; agrees in gender and number (feminine plural).
Verb (podem)
Third‑person plural present of poder; matches the plural subject 'transferências'.
Infinitive (ter)
Infinitive verb meaning 'to have'; follows a modal verb like poder.
Noun (taxas)
Feminine plural noun meaning 'fees' or 'charges'.
🗨In Conversation
Quero enviar dinheiro para a família no exterior.
I want to send money to my family abroad.
As transferências internacionais podem ter taxas, então verifique a tarifa antes de confirmar.
International transfers may have fees, so check the charge before confirming.
✕Common Mistakes
A transferência internacional pode ter taxas.
The verb must agree with the plural subject 'transferências', so use 'podem' instead of the singular 'pode'.
As transferências internacionais podem ter taxa.
When referring to multiple possible charges, use the plural 'taxas'.
↔Alternatives
Transferências internacionais podem cobrar tarifas.
International transfers may charge fees.
Pode haver taxas nas transferências internacionais.
There may be fees on international transfers.
As transferências para o exterior podem ter custos.
Transfers abroad may have costs.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, traditional banks usually apply a SWIFT fee and a spread on the exchange rate for cross‑border transfers. Fintechs such as Nubank, Wise, or Remessa Online often advertise lower or zero fees, but they may still include a small markup on the currency conversion. Always compare the total cost, not just the explicit fee.