Portuguese Phrase
Sim, temos várias cervejas artesanais locais.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct confirmation that a venue stocks a variety of locally produced craft beers. It emphasizes both the quantity and the artisanal nature of the beverages, which is a point of pride for many modern Brazilian and Portuguese establishments.
When to use
Use this phrase when working in or visiting a bar, restaurant, or brewery to confirm the availability of regional craft options. It is a standard response to a customer inquiring about local specialties.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sim,temosváriascervejasartesanaislocais.
Temos (Ter)
The verb 'ter' means 'to have'. In this context, the 'nós' (we) is implied, representing the establishment.
Plural Agreement
In Portuguese, adjectives like 'várias', 'artesanais', and 'locais' must all match the plural feminine noun 'cervejas'.
🗨In Conversation
Vocês têm alguma cerveja da região?
Do you have any beer from the region?
Sim, temos várias cervejas artesanais locais.
Yes, we have several local craft beers.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, temos muito cervejas artesanais locais.
Adjectives must agree in gender and number; 'cervejas' is feminine plural, so 'muitas' or 'várias' should be used.
Sim, temos várias cervejas artesanal locais.
Adjectives ending in -al must change to -ais in the plural form to match 'cervejas'.
↔Alternatives
Temos algumas opções locais.
We have some local options.
Sim, oferecemos uma seleção de cervejas da região.
Yes, we offer a selection of beers from the region.
Cultural Tip
The craft beer movement (cerveja artesanal) has exploded in Brazil, particularly in the South and Southeast. When ordering, you might also encounter 'chope' (draft beer), which is often served very cold in a 'tulipa' glass.