Portuguese · word
vai
is going to
/ˈvaj/auxiliary
Meanings
- verb · A1
Moves or travels from one place to another.
Ela vai ao supermercado todas as semanas.
- auxiliary · A1
Used before an infinitive to indicate that something will happen in the future.
Acho que vai chover mais tarde.
Appears in 7 scenarios
Ask about the weatherFind out if it is going to rain today. Hail a taxiWave down a taxi and ask if they are free. Give the driver your addressTell your driver which street or hotel you are heading to. Ask about weekend plansAsk your coworker about their plans for Saturday. Wish someone a good weekendSay goodbye to your coworker on Friday afternoon. Drop off shoes for repairExplain what needs fixing and ask when they will be ready.
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