Portuguese Phrase
São 68 dólares.
Meaning
This sentence states the price of something: it costs sixty‑eight dollars. It is a straightforward way to give a monetary amount in Portuguese.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are telling someone the cost of a product, service, or ticket, especially in contexts involving foreign currency such as travel, online shopping, or when a price is quoted in U.S. dollars.
✦Grammar Breakdown
São68dólares.
São (ser)
The verb 'ser' in third‑person plural (São) is used with numbers and plural nouns to state existence or identity.
Numerals with currency
When stating a price, the number is followed by the currency noun in its plural form (dólares).
Plural agreement
The verb must agree with the plural noun; use 'São' for any amount other than one.
🗨In Conversation
Quanto custa?
How much does it cost?
São 68 dólares.
It's 68 dollars.
✕Common Mistakes
É 68 dólares.
Use the plural verb 'São' for any amount other than one.
São 68 dólar.
The currency noun must match the number; use the plural 'dólares'.
São 68 doláres.
The accent belongs on the 'o' (dólares), not on the 'a'.
↔Alternatives
Custa 68 dólares.
It costs 68 dollars.
O preço é 68 dólares.
The price is 68 dollars.
São sessenta e oito dólares.
It's sixty‑eight dollars.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil the local currency is the real, so prices are usually given in reais. When dealing with tourists, airlines, or online platforms that list prices in U.S. dollars, Brazilians will switch to 'dólares' and keep the verb plural (São). Remember to use the singular verb 'É' only for one dollar: 'É 1 dólar.'