Portuguese Phrase
Perfeito.
Meaning
The word 'Perfeito' means 'perfect' in English. As a standalone exclamation it signals that something meets expectations completely, similar to saying 'Great!' or 'Exactly right!'.
When to use
Use 'Perfeito' after a plan is confirmed, a task is completed successfully, or when you want to show enthusiastic agreement. It works in both formal and informal settings, though it sounds slightly more polished than slang alternatives.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Perfeito
Adjective (masc. sing.)
In Portuguese, 'perfeito' is an adjective meaning 'perfect' and agrees in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine singular).
Interjection use
When used alone, 'Perfeito' works as an interjection to express approval, agreement, or that something is exactly right.
🗨In Conversation
Vamos nos encontrar às oito?
Shall we meet at eight?
Perfeito.
Perfect.
✕Common Mistakes
Perfeita.
Use 'Perfeita' only when the noun it describes is feminine; as a standalone interjection the masculine form 'Perfeito' is standard.
É perfeito.
The exclamation mark is acceptable, but avoid adding extra words like 'é' (e.g., '*É perfeito*' when you just want a short approval).
↔Alternatives
Ótimo.
Great.
Excelente.
Excellent.
Tudo certo.
All set.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, saying 'Perfeito' can convey a slightly formal tone, especially in business or customer‑service contexts. Among friends, Brazilians often prefer more relaxed interjections like 'Show!' or 'Massa!'. Remember that the adjective must match gender—'Perfeita' for feminine nouns (e.g., 'A solução é perfeita').