Portuguese Phrase
Escolhe o valor.
Meaning
A direct command meaning ‘Choose the value.’ It is often heard in digital interfaces, forms, or instructions where the listener must pick a specific number, option, or amount.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to tell someone (informally) to select a particular value, such as in a software setting, a questionnaire, or a classroom activity. It is appropriate in casual conversation but less common in formal written instructions.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Escolheovalor.
Imperative (tu)
‘Escolhe’ is the informal second‑person singular imperative of the verb ‘escolher’ (to choose). It is used when speaking to someone you address with ‘tu’.
Definite article
The masculine singular article ‘o’ is required before ‘valor’ because ‘valor’ is a countable noun.
Verb‑object order
In Portuguese the verb normally precedes the direct object in commands, e.g., ‘Escolhe o valor.’
🗨In Conversation
Precisas de inserir o número correto para continuar.
You need to enter the correct number to continue.
Escolho o valor.
I’ll choose the value.
✕Common Mistakes
Escolha o valores.
‘Valores’ is plural, so the article must be ‘os’ and the verb form should match the subject.
Escolhe o valor.
In Brazilian Portuguese the informal ‘tu’ form is rarely used; native speakers would more naturally say ‘Escolha o valor’ or ‘Selecione o valor.’
Escolhe valor.
The definite article ‘o’ is required before ‘valor’ when you refer to a specific value.
↔Alternatives
Selecione o valor.
Select the value.
Escolha o valor.
Choose the value. (formal)
Defina o valor.
Set the value.
Cultural Tip
In Portugal the informal imperative ‘Escolhe’ (tu) is common, while in Brazil speakers usually prefer the formal ‘Escolha’ (you) even in casual contexts. If you are designing a UI for a Brazilian audience, ‘Selecione o valor’ is the safest choice because it avoids regional imperative variations.