Portuguese Phrase
Segue as placas.
Meaning
Literally “Follow the signs.” It is a short, direct instruction telling someone to keep an eye on road or informational signs and to move according to them.
When to use
Use this phrase when giving directions, especially in a city, a museum, a park, or any place where signage guides the route. It works both in spoken conversation and on written signs.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Segueasplacas
Imperative of *seguir*
"Segue" is the affirmative imperative form of the verb *seguir* (to follow) used for the third‑person singular or polite second‑person.
Definite article *as*
*as* is the plural feminine definite article, matching the noun *placas*.
Noun *placas* (feminine plural)
*Placas* means “signs” or “plates”; it is a feminine noun, so it takes the article *as* in the plural.
🗨In Conversation
Segue as placas para chegar ao museu.
Follow the signs to get to the museum.
Obrigado, vou fazer isso.
Thanks, I’ll do that.
✕Common Mistakes
Segue as placa.
The noun *placa* is singular; you need the plural *placas* when referring to multiple signs.
Segui as placas.
"Segui" is past tense (I followed). For a command you need the imperative "Segue" or "Siga".
Segue o placas.
The article must agree in gender and number: use *as* (feminine plural) with *placas*.
↔Alternatives
Siga as placas.
Follow the signs.
Continue seguindo as placas.
Keep following the signs.
Preste atenção nas placas.
Pay attention to the signs.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, street and venue signage often includes arrows, colors, and icons. Locals frequently say "Segue as placas" when pointing someone toward a destination, especially in tourist areas. The imperative "Segue" sounds slightly more formal than the more common "Siga," but both are perfectly understood.