Portuguese Phrase
Nasci em 1990.
Meaning
This phrase uses the verb 'nascer' in the first-person singular past tense to state the year of your birth. Unlike English, which uses a passive construction ('was born'), Portuguese uses the active voice. It is a simple and direct way to provide biographical information.
When to use
Use this when introducing yourself or answering questions about your age and background. It is suitable for job interviews, casual conversations, or official documentation.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Nasciem1990
Nasci
The first-person singular past tense (Pretérito Perfeito) of 'nascer' (to be born).
em
The preposition 'in', used here to link the action to a specific year.
🗨In Conversation
Em que ano você nasceu?
In what year were you born?
Nasci em 1990.
I was born in 1990.
✕Common Mistakes
Eu fui nascido em 1990.
Portuguese uses the active verb 'nascer' instead of the passive 'fui nascido'.
Nasci no 1990.
Use the simple preposition 'em' for years instead of the contraction 'no' (em + o).
↔Alternatives
O meu ano de nascimento é 1990.
My birth year is 1990.
Eu sou de 90.
I am from '90.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking cultures, people often identify with their birth year to discuss shared cultural experiences. While 'Nasci em...' is the standard formal way to say it, in very casual speech, you might just hear 'Sou de' followed by the year.