Portuguese Phrase
Eu sempre experimento coisas novas.
Meaning
The sentence means “I always try new things.” It expresses a personal habit of being open to novelty and experimentation, emphasizing that the action happens regularly.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to describe a consistent attitude of curiosity—whether talking about food, hobbies, travel, or learning new skills. It works well in informal conversation, self‑introductions, or when answering questions about your habits.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Eusempreexperimentocoisasnovas
Eu (subject pronoun)
The personal pronoun 'eu' means 'I' and is often omitted in Portuguese because the verb ending already indicates the subject.
sempre (adverb of frequency)
Placed before the verb, 'sempre' means 'always' and modifies the whole action.
experimento (present indicative)
First‑person singular of the verb 'experimentar' (to try, to experiment). The -o ending marks present tense.
coisas (plural noun)
A feminine plural noun meaning 'things'. It must agree in number with its adjective.
novas (adjective agreement)
The adjective 'novo/a' must match the gender (feminine) and number (plural) of the noun it modifies.
🗨In Conversation
Você costuma experimentar coisas novas?
Do you usually try new things?
Sim, eu sempre experimento coisas novas.
Yes, I always try new things.
✕Common Mistakes
Eu sempre experimento coisa nova.
The adjective must agree in number with the noun; use the plural 'coisas novas'.
Sempre experimento coisas novas eu.
Word order sounds unnatural; keep the subject at the start and the adverb before the verb.
Eu sempre experimento coisas novos.
‘Novos’ is masculine; the noun ‘coisas’ is feminine, so the adjective must be ‘novas’.
↔Alternatives
Eu sempre tento coisas novas.
I always try new things.
Eu sempre experimento coisas diferentes.
I always experiment with different things.
Gosto de experimentar coisas novas.
I like to try new things.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese‑speaking cultures, showing curiosity and a willingness to try new experiences is often seen as a sign of openness and personal growth. However, when you’re a guest, it’s polite to ask before trying unfamiliar foods or customs, as some people may be protective of traditional dishes or rituals.