Portuguese Phrase
Também temos bolinhas de isopor.
Meaning
The sentence tells the listener that, in addition to other items, the speaker’s store or group also possesses small styrofoam balls, a material frequently used for decorations, crafts, or party supplies.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are listing inventory, describing party‑planning options, or answering a question about what materials are available for a project.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tambémtemosbolinhasdeisopor.
Também (also)
Adverb placed at the beginning of the sentence to add information; it can also appear after the verb for emphasis.
temos (we have)
First‑person plural present of the verb ter; used when the speaker includes themselves in the group.
bolinhas (little balls)
Diminutive form of bola; the suffix -inha adds a sense of small size or endearment.
de (of / from)
Preposition linking the noun bolinhas to the material that composes them.
isopor (styrofoam)
Common Brazilian term for expanded polystyrene, often used in crafts and party décor.
🗨In Conversation
Também temos bolinhas de isopor.
We also have little styrofoam balls.
Ótimo! Elas são perfeitas para as decorações de mesa.
Great! They’re perfect for table decorations.
✕Common Mistakes
Também tem bolinhas de isopor.
Use "temos" (we have) when speaking on behalf of a group that includes yourself; "tem" is third‑person singular.
Também temos bolinhas de isópo.
The correct spelling is "isopor"; adding an extra accent changes the word entirely.
↔Alternatives
Também oferecemos bolinhas de isopor.
We also offer little styrofoam balls.
Temos também bolinhas de isopor.
We also have little styrofoam balls.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, "isopor" is the everyday word for expanded polystyrene, a cheap and lightweight material used in school projects, carnival floats, and party décor. The diminutive "bolinhas" adds a friendly, informal tone, making the phrase sound inviting rather than purely commercial.