Portuguese Phrase
Mais Mbps é mais rápido.
Meaning
The sentence states that a higher number of megabits per second (Mbps) means a faster internet connection. It is a straightforward way to compare two or more internet plans based on their advertised speed.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are discussing or recommending internet service plans, explaining why a more expensive plan might be worth it, or answering a question about which connection will load videos and games more quickly.
✦Grammar Breakdown
MaisMbpsémaisrápido
Comparative 'mais'
In Portuguese, 'mais' before an adjective or adverb forms the comparative of superiority (more).
Verb 'ser' (é)
Use the third‑person singular present of 'ser' (é) to link a subject with a characteristic.
Abbreviation 'Mbps'
Mbps stands for megabits per second; it behaves like a noun and does not change in number.
Adjective agreement
The adjective 'rápido' must agree in gender and number with the implied subject (speed), which is masculine singular, so 'rápido' is correct.
🗨In Conversation
Qual plano de internet devo escolher?
Which internet plan should I choose?
Mais Mbps é mais rápido.
More Mbps is faster.
✕Common Mistakes
Mais Mbps são mais rápido.
The verb must agree with the singular subject 'Mbps' (treated as a singular measurement), so use 'é' not 'são'.
Mais Mbps é mais rápida.
The adjective should stay masculine singular because the implied noun 'velocidade' is masculine in this construction.
Mais Mbps é mais rápidoes.
Adjectives do not take a plural ending in comparative structures; keep it singular.
↔Alternatives
Um número maior de Mbps significa maior velocidade.
A larger number of Mbps means greater speed.
Quanto mais Mbps, mais rápida a conexão.
The more Mbps, the faster the connection.
Planos com mais Mbps oferecem internet mais veloz.
Plans with more Mbps offer faster internet.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, internet providers advertise speeds in Mbps, and most consumers equate a higher number with better performance. However, actual speed can be affected by factors like network congestion, Wi‑Fi quality, and the plan's data cap, so it's useful to mention that 'mais Mbps' is a good indicator but not an absolute guarantee of speed.