Portuguese Phrase
Obrigado/a, igualmente.
Meaning
A polite response meaning “Thank you, likewise.” It acknowledges the other person’s gratitude or good wishes and returns the sentiment.
When to use
Use it right after someone thanks you (e.g., "Obrigado pela ajuda") or after they wish you something positive (e.g., "Feliz aniversário"). It works in both formal and informal settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Obrigado/Obrigada,igualmente.
Gender agreement
Use "obrigado" if you identify as male and "obrigada" if you identify as female; the rest of the sentence stays the same.
Igualmente
"Igualmente" is an adverb meaning "likewise" or "the same to you" and works after any polite expression.
🗨In Conversation
Obrigado pela ajuda!
Thank you for the help!
Obrigado, igualmente.
Thank you, likewise.
✕Common Mistakes
Obrigada, igualmente.
Female speakers should say "obrigada" to match gender.
Sua ideia está errada. Igualmente.
"Igualmente" is only used for positive reciprocation; using it after a criticism sounds sarcastic.
↔Alternatives
Valeu, igualmente.
Thanks, likewise.
Obrigado, o mesmo para você.
Thank you, the same to you.
Obrigado, da mesma forma.
Thank you, in the same way.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, "obrigado" (or "obrigada") is the standard way to say thank you. "Igualmente" adds a touch of formality and is common in both spoken and written Portuguese. In casual conversation many Brazilians prefer "valeu" instead of "obrigado," but the gender agreement rule still applies to "obrigado/obrigada."